The CARE Team is a specialist operational team working across London and the South East, established to strengthen performance on our most critical and high-risk contracts, supporting our clients’ and residents’ needs. The team is deployed where it delivers the greatest value, supporting peak demand, new contract mobilisations, and complex operational challenges that require experienced, high-impact intervention.
Engineers and operatives assigned to the CARE Team benefit from an enhanced pay and benefits package, reflecting the increased responsibility, flexibility, and performance expectations associated with this work. This includes higher earning potential and access to additional benefits designed to recognise skills, commitment, and adaptability.
Trusted to stabilise services, reinforce control, and raise delivery standards, the CARE Team operates at pace in fast-moving, demanding environments. Team members work across multiple contracts, engage with a wide range of clients, and rapidly adapt to different systems, processes, and operational models.
Each deployment presents a new challenge and a clear objective: to deliver visible, measurable improvements in service delivery, customer confidence, and operational performance.
Overall Purpose
The Wet Trade Operative is responsible for carrying out wet trade repairs and maintenance works in occupied and void properties, delivering a safe, high-quality, and responsive service. This role covers plastering, tiling, patch repairs, rendering, screeding, and associated finishing works, ensuring all jobs are completed to specification, on time, and with minimal disruption to residents.
Key Tasks / Activities / Responsibilities
* Undertake wet trade repairs including plastering, tiling, patch repairs, rendering, screeding and associated finishing works.
* Complete responsive maintenance and void property works to a high standard and within agreed timescales.
* Diagnose defects, identify materials required and carry out repairs efficiently.
* Work safely at all times in line with risk assessments, method statements and site procedures.
* Protect resident homes and communal areas, maintaining cleanliness and minimising disruption.
* Record completed works accurately using handheld devices or job management systems.
* Liaise with residents, supervisors and planners to provide updates and resolve issues promptly.
* Report additional works, access issues, safeguarding concerns or property defects to the appropriate person.
* Use materials, tools and equipment responsibly and report shortages, damage or defects.
* Support colleagues and apprentices where required and contribute to a productive team environment.
Person Specification
Key Knowledge
* Knowledge of wet trade repair techniques and internal property maintenance.
* Understanding of health and safety requirements in occupied and void properties.
* Knowledge of basic materials, tools and finishing standards used in reactive repairs.
Key Skills
* Good practical wet trade skills and attention to finish.
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
* Clear communication and customer service skills.
* Accurate record keeping and basic IT skills.
* Full UK driving licence.
Key Experience
* Experience carrying out wet trade repairs in social housing or property maintenance is required.
* Experience working in occupied properties and completing responsive repairs is desirable.
What We Offer
* Salary of up to £43,000 depending on experience
* Company van and fuel card
* 23 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
* Up to £2,000 colleague referral fee
* Long-service awards
* Perkbox - discounts on retail, travel and wellbeing
* 1 paid volunteer day each year
* Ongoing training, support and progression
Other Key Information
* Full UK driving licence required.
* All staff must follow the company sustainability policy by minimising environmental impact, reducing waste, conserving resources and reporting any environmental concerns.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know
Salary description
£40000.00 - £43000.00 per year