Job Title: Plumber / Multi-Trader – Temporary to PermanentLocation: Crawley • Horsham • Croydon • South London
Contract Type: Temp to Perm
Sector: Social Housing / Property Maintenance
Pay Rate: £21.40 per hour
Start: ASAP
OverviewBuild Recruitment is working closely with a respected and well-established Housing Association to recruit an experienced Plumber/Multi-Trader to join their reactive maintenance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled tradesperson looking for long-term stability, a supportive employer, and consistent work within social housing.
You will be carrying out a variety of plumbing and multi-trade repairs within void and tenanted social housing properties across Crawley, Horsham, Croydon, and the surrounding South London areas. This temp-to-perm role offers genuine progression and job security.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installations in void and occupied social housing properties
Diagnose and complete reactive repairs efficiently and to a high standard
Work on disrepair cases, ensuring all work meets compliance and safety standards
Undertake basic multi-trade tasks (e.g. carpentry, minor plastering, tiling, patch repairs) where required
Deliver high-quality customer service to residents, ensuring clear communication and professionalism
Maintain timely and accurate job records using handheld devices
Adhere to all health & safety guidelines and property maintenance procedures
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience as a Plumber Multi-Trader within social housing or property maintenance
Experience handling complex repairs or disrepair cases (desirable)
Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and deliver first-time fixes
Full UK driving licence
Strong communication and customer-facing skills
Benefits
Company van fuel card provided
Long-term stability with temp-to-perm opportunity
Additional pay for out-of-hours rota (1 week in 8)
Supportive team environment and ongoing work across multiple locations
How to ApplyIf you’re an experienced Plumber/Multi-Trader looking for secure, long-term work with a respected housing provider, we want to hear from you.
Apply online today or contact Tom Morgan at Build Recruitment for more information.
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