Multi-Trade Operative
4 days ago
Rochford
Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service. Multi-Trade Operative Covering the South East - Basildon, Southend on Sea, Harlow, Welwyn Garden City Base office location is Rochford so occasional travel will be required to this site from their Home Address covering the South East £36,095 - £37,994 per year 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm We have opportunities for Multi-Trade Operatives to join our Planned Works team, based in Rochford. Planned works will be deployed based on project requirements, either individually or in groups of up to nine. The scope of work will vary and may include minor works, capital projects, or reinvestment initiatives. Team composition and deployment will be determined by the nature and scale of each project to ensure efficient delivery and optimal resource utilisation. A company van and tools will be included and the role will cover the sites across the South East region. The role of Multi-Trade Operative will include: • Carrying out construction, fault fixing and maintenance duties in line with contract specifications, • Installing new kitchens, bathrooms, wet rooms, windows, doors and fencing, • Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and restocking these when needed, • Responding positively to complaints and breakdowns in service delivery, by resolving problems or setting into motion the means of resolution, ensuring customers are kept informed, • To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to or undertaking NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (carpentry, electrical. If Plumbing Level 3 is required, Unvented - G3 Certificate and Water Regulations (WRAS). As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications.Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted, • Awareness of health and safety regulations and working legislation, • Skills in some of the following disciplines - carpentry, plumbing, decorating, • Excellent customer service and communication skills, • Ability to prioritise workloads, work to deadlines and plan ahead We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people's lives. Our Benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering: • 25 days annual leave plus public holidays, • A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary, • Life Assurance, • Employee Advice Service including counselling, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Voluntary health plans, • Employee discounts, • Wellbeing support and tools, • Employee recognition scheme, • Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website) Closing Date: 13 October 2025 If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you - We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application. View more detail about what it's like to work for our organisation, and what we offer on our Sanctuary careers pages at - Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status. Building Equality and Diversity Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers. We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working. A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity. Job Segment: Electrical, Engineering
