Multi Skilled Trades Operative

Location: Milton Keynes and Bedfordshire

Salary: £29,273

Closing date: 29/04/2021 - 11pm

Would you thrive in a job that is making a real difference to people’s lives in your region? Here at Grand Union, we are more than just a financially strong Housing Association, we are making an impact on the housing crisis, supporting sustainable communities and providing life-long homes for our customers. We provide additional, critical services to support the most vulnerable but we also build shared ownership and outright sales for those who want to get on the property ladder. We are passionate about our communities and we are committed to being a Learning Organisation, developing talent to deliver our service goals and supporting the next generations into a career in Housing. About the role: We are looking for experienced Multi Skilled Operatives to carry out a variety of maintenance repairs to our tenanted properties. Your day to day duties will include surveying jobs, finding and repairing faults across a range of works such as: Carpentry Plumbing UPVC Plastering Bricklaying Tiling Painting and decorating Limited roofing works What we’re looking for: Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate: Relevant qualification - City and Guilds Craft Certificate or NVQ equivalent Experience in carpentry, plumbing, garages, UPVC, wet trades and high level works Experience of using handheld devices Experience of working in occupied and unoccupied environments The ability to produce and understand risk assessments An understanding of health and safety legislation Ability to work outside and inside, from ladders on roofs and in confined spaces as necessary Ability to travel between sites as needed You will ideally be Asbestos Awareness trained. Due to the nature of this role you will be required to work evenings and weekends. What we offer: Competitive salary

Job reference: NTXUG574893