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 RoleBuild 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 RoleYou 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 opportunitiesApply TodayFor more information, contact Tom on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed)
Build Recruitment will take time to understand your experience, skills, and career goals, supporting you throughout the process and beyond