Multi-Skilled Operative

Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Operative to join their property maintenance team in Hertfordshire. This is a hands-on position responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a portfolio of residential properties, ensuring they remain safe, compliant, and maintained to a high standard.

The successful candidate will have experience across multiple trades, take pride in delivering quality workmanship, and be able to work independently while providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across residential properties.
• Complete a variety of repairs, including plumbing, carpentry, basic electrical work, decorating, and general property maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective, high-quality repairs.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety legislation, company procedures, and building regulations.
• Manage your workload efficiently to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records of completed works, compliance checks, and materials used.
• Communicate effectively with tenants, clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure maintenance issues are resolved promptly.
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Support colleagues where required and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain high standards of workmanship at all times.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in a multi-skilled maintenance, construction, or property repairs role.
• Competence across a range of trades, including plumbing, carpentry, basic electrical work, and general maintenance.
• A good understanding of building maintenance, health and safety legislation, and relevant regulations.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and manage your own workload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A practical approach and willingness to undertake manual work.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own suitable vehicle (essential).

Desirable

• City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent trade qualifications.
• CSCS Card, First Aid qualification, or other relevant Health & Safety certifications.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £42,000 per annum.
• Monday to Friday working hours (8:00am - 4:30pm).
• Stable, full-time position with a well-established organisation.
• Varied role working across a diverse property portfolio.
• Opportunity to utilise and develop your multi-trade skills within a supportive team.

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