Multi Trade Operative

The role Do you have a proven track record of carrying out housing repairs and maintenance works? Then this will be the perfect job for you! We’re looking for an experienced Multi Trade Operative who thrives in a challenging, fast paced and responsive environment. You'll be a valued member of the Direct Repairs department, who works within a dedicated team providing a comprehensive, efficient, and responsive property service delivery. You'll provide clear structure and support to operatives and other members of your team in managing repairs effectively, from issue to completion and final quality assurance. You'll successfully deliver the works required to a high quality and as detailed, to maximise first time fix criteria, appointment objectives and enhance resident satisfaction. You'll carry out works as booked by appointment times within the contractual obligations. What you'll have * A proven track record of working in Housing/Maintenance/Construction industry. * You’ll possess the relevant trade qualification and/or experience in relation to building maintenance & repairs. * You’ll have a thorough understanding and commitment to ensure that all relevant health and safety statutory obligations and methods of good practice are effectively incorporated within all operations. * A valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel between sites and offices across all regions. In your supporting statement, please address how you meet each of the above criteria providing real examples. Please note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis. We reserve the right to close the advert early so it is important that you submit your application as early as possible. As part of the interview process candidates will be required to complete a practical skills test. If possible, candidates should bring their own hand tools. About us At Southern Housing, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the largest housing providers in the UK with over 77,000 homes across London, the Southeast, the Isle of Wight, and the Midlands, we give over 167,000 people somewhere affordable to call their own! We also understand the difference that safe, secure, and affordable homes can make to people’s lives. A career at Southern Housing will allow you to make a difference every day you come to work. Working in the housing sector with us will bring fresh challenges and give you the opportunity to grow and develop, too. What's in it for you * Pension * Life assurance * Healthcare cash plan * Eyecare & dental * Birthday leave * Retailers discounts * Cycle to work * Buy & sell annual leave * Season ticket loan * In-house academy & career development * Flexible working Inclusion and Diversity We work hard to create a diverse and inclusive culture and environment where people are respected for who they are. Encouraging inclusion is not just about protected characteristics, it’s about celebrating differences of thought, opinion, experience and perspective of each individual. We’re all different in our own way and we want our colleagues to feel comfortable, that they belong, and are safe to be themselves at work, without fear of being judged or excluded, but valued for their contribution to our One Team approach