Multi Trade Operative

Build Recruitment Greater London, England Posted Jan 13, 2026

Contract
Onsite

Job description

Multi-Trade Operatives

East London
Permanent 40 hours per week
Salary: £28,808 to £38,687.62 (depending on experience)

Build Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi-Trade Operative to work on a permanent contract with a local authority in East London.

The successful candidate will be carrying out voids and reactive maintenance works across council housing stock, delivering a high standard of workmanship across multiple trades.

The Role:

  • Carrying out a range of multi-trade maintenance and repair works

  • Working on void properties and reactive maintenance

  • Trades may include basic carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, painting & decorating

  • Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to council standards

  • Customer-facing role within occupied and unoccupied properties

  • Requirements:

  • Level 2 City & Guilds or NVQ qualification in a main trade
    OR
    Minimum 3 years time-served experience

  • Full UK Driving Licence (essential)

  • Previous experience within social housing, voids, or maintenance is highly desirable

  • Ability to work independently and manage workload

  • Good communication and customer service skills

  • Package & Benefits:

  • Permanent contract

  • 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm

  • 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

  • Company van and fuel card provided

  • Secure, long-term work with a reputable local authority

  • If you are a skilled Multi-Trade Operative looking for stability and long-term work within a council environment, we would like to hear from you.

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