Versatile Trades Repair Technician for Social Housing

Vivid Homes; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing provider in Portsmouth seeks a skilled Multi-Trade Operative for a full-time role. You will deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance across social housing properties in South Hampshire. This position requires expertise in at least two trades such as plumbing or carpentry, along with strong customer service skills. A full driving license and participation in an on-call rota are required. The role is permanent, with competitive benefits including a pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company van and fuel card

Productivity-related bonus scheme

Uniform and PPE provided

Generous contributory pension

Life assurance

Private medical insurance

Health care cash plan

Enhanced parental leave pay

Access to counselling services

Electric car scheme

In-house training courses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a multi-trade or general maintenance role.
• Competent in at least two core trades such as plumbing, carpentry, or plastering.
• Strong customer service skills, and experience working in occupied homes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of repairs to occupied properties using specialist skills.
• Attend customer jobs ensuring completion 'right first time'.
• Manage job tickets and update progress using handheld devices.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Plastering

Customer service

General maintenance

Education

City & Guilds NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Job description

A leading social housing provider in Portsmouth seeks a skilled Multi-Trade Operative for a full-time role. You will deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance across social housing properties in South Hampshire. This position requires expertise in at least two trades such as plumbing or carpentry, along with strong customer service skills. A full driving license and participation in an on-call rota are required. The role is permanent, with competitive benefits including a pension scheme and private medical insurance.