Job Description
FRA Multi-Trade Operative
SO2: Starting salary £42,912 rising in annual increments to £44,235 per annum incl LW
About Us:
Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth.
With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
Please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.
About the Team:
We’re looking for motivated individuals to join Community Works, Lambeth Council’s in-house Direct Labour Organisation (DLO). Our team delivers essential maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects that make a real difference in our local communities. If you’re passionate about providing high-quality services, take pride in your work, and want to help keep Lambeth’s neighbourhoods safe and well-maintained, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role:
We offer a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to join Lambeth Council’s Community Works Direct Labor Organization (DLO) as a Multi Trade Operative, carrying out Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) remedial repairs across our housing stock. As part of a multi-disciplined team, you will deliver high-quality, FRA-compliant repairs within set cost, quality, and safety parameters, ensuring compliance with BM Trada specifications and best practice standards. Working closely with the FRA Supervisor, Manager, and Planners, you will be responsible for completing multi-trade remedial works efficiently and to a “right first time” standard, using handheld devices to manage and prioritize work orders. Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification in Carpentry, with additional skills in at least one other trade discipline. This role requires professionalism, flexibility, and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. Successful candidates will also be required to complete BM Trada training an initial two-day course followed by approximately nine months of site-based assessments. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of attractive employee benefits. Please note that Lambeth Council operates an anonymized application process; ensure your CV or personal statement does not include personal details and instead features your unique application number.
To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:
* Work as part of a multi-disciplined team within the housing repairs function, delivering high-quality, cost-effective repairs and maintenance services.
* To carry out all types of FRA-compliant repairs and maintenance works both internally and externally.
* Carry out a wide range of internal and external repairs, maintenance, installations, and remedial works to meet customer satisfaction.
* Ensure all works comply with health and safety, legal, and regulatory standards while maintaining best practice and quality.
* Plan and organize workloads efficiently, making effective use of time, materials, transport, and equipment to meet response targets.
* Use a PDA or other systems to receive instructions, record work completed and manage materials effectively.
* Maintain vehicle stock levels to support first-fix completion and uphold vehicle care and safety standards.
* Communicate professionally with customers, colleagues, and supervisors, taking ownership of each repair and ensuring clear updates.
* Build positive relationships with residents, stakeholders, and contractors to deliver excellent customer service.
* Participate in training and development to maintain skills and support flexible, multi-trade working.
* Hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification in a core trade (Carpentry or Plumbing) with additional skills in at least one other trade (e.g. Drainage, Groundwork, Glazing, Plastering, Bricklaying, and Painting.
For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in the hyperlink below:
Job Description and person specification
Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Omar McDermott omcdermott@lambeth.gov.uk
How to Apply:
If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage.
We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.
Recruitment Timelines:
Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 11 January 2026.
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At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here.
We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers.