Multi-Trade Operative – Social Housing (Reactive Maintenance)

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: North West London (Brent, Barnet & occasional Islington)
Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 per year (depending on experience & qualifications)
Benefits: Company van & fuel card provided

 About the Role

Build Recruitment are looking for a skilled and reliable Multi-Trade Operative to join a busy reactive maintenance team delivering high-quality repairs within social housing properties across North West London.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced tradesperson seeking long-term stability, strong benefits, and consistent local work.

 The Role

You will be carrying out a wide range of day-to-day maintenance and repair works across occupied domestic and council properties, ensuring high standards of workmanship and excellent customer service.

A strong focus will be placed on first-time fixes, efficiency, and tenant satisfaction.

 Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out a variety of multi-trade repairs including carpentry, plumbing, patch plastering, tiling, painting & general maintenance
• Completing reactive maintenance works in occupied social housing properties
• Diagnosing faults and delivering practical, long-lasting repair solutions
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Providing excellent customer service when working in tenants’ homes
• Maintaining a professional and respectful approach at all times

 Requirements

• Proven experience in social housing or domestic maintenance (multi-trade preferred)
• NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent trade experience (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Good communication and customer service skills

 What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £40,000
• Company van & fuel card
• 23 days holiday bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Long-term, stable work with a reputable contractor
• Supportive team environment with progression opportunities

Apply Today

For more information, contact Tom on 07884 094599 or send your CV to tom.morgan@buildrec.com

Build Recruitment will take time to understand your experience, skills, and career goals, supporting you throughout the process and beyond.