Fortus Recruitment are currently recruting for Multi‑Trade Operatives to join a social housing contractor paying £180 per day working across East London and Essex with a company van and fuel card supplied. You will carry out a wide range of day‑to‑day responsive and planned maintenance works within occupied social housing properties. You will work independently and as part of a wider team, completing repairs safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You will be customer‑facing, so professionalism, reliability, and respect for residents’ homes are essential. Key Responsibilities Carry out responsive and planned maintenance works within social housing properties Undertake a variety of trades, including (but not limited to): Carpentry Plumbing (basic) Plastering (patch repairs) Tiling Flooring repairs Painting & decorating Diagnose faults and complete repairs efficiently Ensure all works are completed to a high standard and completed on first visit where possible Work in occupied properties, maintaining a polite and professional manner at all times Adhere to health & safety regulations and company procedures Accurately complete job records and communicate updates to the office team What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a Multi‑Trade Operative, ideally within social housing Strong skills across multiple trades Ability to work independently and manage your own workload Good problem‑solving skills and attention to detail Professional and customer‑focused approach Full UK driving licence Experience & Qualifications Previous experience working in social housing or tenant‑occupied properties is highly desirable Trade qualifications or time‑served experience beneficial Knowledge of responsive repairs and voids work advantageous