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.