About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Asbestos Team as a Multi-Trade Asbestos Operative. We are looking for an individual who has transferable skills, experience and is keen to learn on-the-job.
Within the role you will work alongside colleagues to carry out the removal or encapsulation of non-licenced asbestos products. You will also reinstate gyproc ceilings, garage/shed roofs, rainwater goods and carry out latexing of floors. Basic carpentry, plastering and decorating skills are also desirable for this role.
Our ideal candidate for this role is someone who:
* A commitment to working as part of a team. Knowledge of building construction with the skills to carry out certain building trade reinstatement works after asbestos removal.
* Knowledge of Health and safety rules associated with the construction industry
* The ability to carry out manual handling duties, work at heights and enter asbestos enclosures.
* A proven ability to work independently within a team and work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service
* Values in providing great customer care
* A company van will be provided for business use only, therefore a full, current driving licence is essential.
About Plymouth Community Homes
We are the city’s largest social housing association, with over 16,000 properties providing homes for more than 35,000 people, and we’re aiming to grow, to provide more people with high-quality, affordable homes to rent and buy.
With a great workforce and a focus on people, we deliver good quality, well-managed and well-maintained homes.
What we can offer you:
* Excellent pension scheme with a high level of employer contributions
* Free, fully equipped onsite gym and changing facilities.
* The opportunity to carry out volunteer work for 3 days a year through our Make a Difference scheme
* Annual leave of 25 days (rising to 30 days) plus Bank Holidays and holiday trading option
* Free Employee Assistance programme, including free counselling
* Free annual flu vaccination
* Cycle to Work scheme
* The opportunity to work in a beautiful and vibrant part of the Southwest
* We support digital working with modern devices/smart phones
* Our modern and spacious offices are right on a bus route, and just three miles from the city centre
To Apply:
If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity please select apply and complete our form & upload your CV, making reference to the person specification to demonstrate how you consider that your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the job.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Stuart Dent, Asbestos Supervisor 07789924010
This post is not suitable for job share.
Shortlisting Date: 24th November 2025
Interview Date: 28th November 2025
Initially, a formal interview will be carried out and if successful this may be followed by a small practical assessment before appointing positions.
If you are an apprentice, please ensure that you make the Learning & Development team aware that you intend to apply for this position.
We are a committed Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from suitably talented people from any community and background.
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