Job Details

Maintenance Operative / Multiskilled Tradesman

Location: Sunderland
Salary: -22.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary Contract
Duration: 6 months minimum, with potential for extension
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working Pattern: Flexible working options available

About the Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen within the Repairs and Maintenance Section of an award winning and highly respected local authority. We are seeking a skilled and professional Maintenance Operative (Multi-Skilled) to join the Property Services Team immediately.

Working across both domestic and commercial properties, you will support capital works and disabled adaptations as part of a busy, multi-disciplinary team. You will be responsible for ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on time and to a high standard.

What the Role Offers

• -22.00 per hour via Umbrella

• 37-hour working week, Monday to Friday

• Flexible working options

• Dedicated works vehicle provided

• Initial 6-month contract with potential for extension

• Opportunity to work within a local authority Property Services team

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality capital works and disabled adaptations across domestic and commercial properties
• Undertake a range of multi-skilled trade activities, with a core focus on joinery, basic plumbing, ceramic tiling, plastering and decoration
• Provide professional and courteous customer service to residents and building users
• Work safely and efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and quality requirements
• Work effectively as part of a busy, multi-disciplinary team

Essential Requirements
Trade Qualification:
A relevant recognised trade qualification, such as NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent.
Experience:
Demonstrable experience carrying out multi-skilled trade activities. Previous experience within a local authority or social housing repairs and maintenance environment is highly advantageous.
Driving Licence:
A full, valid UK driving licence is essential as you will be required to operate the allocated works vehicle.
Work Ethic:
A professional approach with a commitment to high-quality workmanship, efficient working and excellent customer service.

If you have the required skills and experience and are available to start immediately, I'd love to speak with you. Please feel free to contact me on (url removed) or call (phone number removed) and ask for Dan.

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