Your new company
A well-established and growing property maintenance and construction organisation is seeking an experienced, multi-skilled operative to join its team in Wakefield. Operating across residential and commercial properties, the company delivers high-quality repairs, refurbishment, and planned maintenance works throughout the region. With a strong reputation for customer service and workmanship, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking business.

Your new role
As a Multi Skilled Operative, you will undertake a variety of maintenance, repair, and refurbishment tasks across occupied and void properties. Working both independently and as part of a wider team, you will be responsible for delivering work to a high standard while ensuring excellent customer satisfaction.Key duties will include:

• General repairs and maintenance works
• Basic joinery, plumbing, plastering, and decorating
• Kitchen and bathroom repairs
• Reactive and planned maintenance
• Ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
• Liaising professionally with tenants, customers, and colleagues
• Maintaining accurate records of completed works
• Working across Wakefield and surrounding areas

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience as a Multi Skilled Operative within social housing, property maintenance, or construction
• Competence across a range of trades, including joinery, plumbing, patch plastering, and decorating
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Relevant trade qualifications (desirable but not essential)
• A commitment to health and safety standards

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Stable, long-term employment with a growing organisation
• Pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Supportive management team and positive working environment

What you need to do now

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