Job Description
Multi-Skilled Operative – Social Housing Maintenance
Location: Northamptonshire (Depot-Based)
Sector: Public Sector Housing
Contract: Agency | Inside IR35
Duration: 3 months initially (rolling monthly – potential up to 12 months)
Hours: 37 per week (09:00–17:30)
Start Date: ASAP
Pay:
* £16.00 per hour (PAYE)
* £20.00 per hour (Umbrella)
Role Overview
We are recruiting an experienced Multi-Skilled Operative to carry out routine maintenance and repair works within occupied social housing properties across Northamptonshire.
This is a hands-on role suited to a reliable, versatile tradesperson who is confident working independently in tenanted properties.
Core Duties
Carrying out all aspects of routine maintenance, including:
* Carpentry (1st & 2nd fix)
* Basic plumbing repairs
* Tiling and patch plastering
* Bricklaying and minor structural repairs
* Flooring repairs
* Fencing works
* Groundworks and external maintenance
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience as a multi-trade operative
* Ability to work in occupied properties professionally and respectfully
* Full UK driving licence
* Own basic tools
* Strong problem-solving ability and ability to complete jobs first time
Desirable
* Previous experience working within social housing or local authority environments
* Experience with responsive repairs
Why Apply?
* Competitive hourly rate
* Long-term potential (rolling contract up to 12 months)
* Stable public sector workload
* Immediate start available
Apply now for immediate consideration.
Shortlisting will take place quickly due to demand.