Multitrader

Axis Europe Plc; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted property services specialist is seeking an experienced Multi Trade Operative to deliver repairs and maintenance in tenanted homes. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in plastering and brickwork, along with knowledge in plumbing, carpentry, and basic electrics. Responsibilities include performing various property maintenance tasks and ensuring work meets safety and quality standards. The position offers competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle and fuel card

Pension and life assurance

23 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Perkbox (free coffees, discounts)

1 paid volunteer day each year

£2000 refer-a-friend bonus

Qualifications

• Experience working in tenanted properties.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Carry out plastering to a high standard.
• Complete brickwork, blockwork and minor building tasks.
• Undertake plumbing repairs and installations as needed.
• Perform carpentry repairs and basic joinery.
• Carry out basic electrical tasks within safety parameters.
• Support general property maintenance duties.

Skills

Strong plastering capabilities

Brickwork skills

Knowledge of plumbing

Basic carpentry skills

Basic electrical tasks

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2

Tools

PDA usage

Job description

Axis Europe, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services. We employ more than 1,500 people and support over 250 clients across London and the South East. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience across the Axis CLC group, we help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and clients fully compliant.

Role

We are seeking an experienced and versatile Multi Trade Operative to join our expanding team, working in and around the Uttlesford district. While the role is advertised for Uttlesford to support search optimisation, the position covers a wider geographic area including (but not limited to) CB11, CB10, CM6 and CM22.

You will carry out a range of repairs and maintenance works within tenanted homes, applying your skills across multiple trades to deliver safe, high-quality results. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently or as part of a team, with strong customer service skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out plastering to a high standard, NVQ Level 2 required
• Complete brickwork, blockwork and minor building tasks (required)
• Undertake plumbing repairs and minor installations (desirable)
• Perform carpentry duties including repairs and basic joinery (desirable)
• Carry out basic electrical tasks within competency and safety parameters
• Support with a broad range of general property maintenance duties
• Work effectively both independently and within a team
• Ensure all work meets safety, quality and customer service standards

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong plastering and brickwork capabilities
• Working knowledge of plumbing, carpentry and basic electrics
• Ability to diagnose faults and deliver effective repairs
• Good problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
• Experience working in tenanted properties
• Familiar with PDA usage
• Additional trade qualifications
• Broader compliance or electrical knowledge

Additional Requirements

• NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 minimum
• Clean, valid UK driving licence
• DBS check (or willingness to undertake)
• Eligible to work in the UK (proof required)
• Professional, customer-focused presentation
• Based within a commutable distance of the wider Uttlesford area

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle and fuel card (business use)
• Pension and life assurance
• 23 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Perkbox (free coffees, cinema tickets, discounts & more)
• 1 paid volunteer day each year
• £2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation
• Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC

Why Axis CLC?

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national organisation that delivers essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. You’ll be joining a team that values reliability, quality and social impact, offering long-term stability, meaningful work and genuine opportunities to grow and progress in your career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.