Multi‑Skilled Plumber / Carpenter / Plasterer – South of Thames

Multi‑Skilled Plumber / Carpenter / Plasterer – Social Housing South of Thames

A reliable and experienced multi‑skilled trades professional is required to deliver repairs, maintenance, and small works across a social housing portfolio in the South of Thames: Southwark, Lewisham, Greenwich, Bexley, Bromley, Croydon

The ideal candidate will be a qualified plumber or carpenter with strong additional skills across general building maintenance, including tiling, plastering, painting & decorating, and flooring. This role is essential in ensuring safe, high‑quality homes and delivering excellent service to residents.

Key Responsibilities

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Plumbing repairs — Carry out repairs, installations, and maintenance across occupied and void properties.

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Fault diagnosis — Identify and resolve leaks, blockages, heating issues, and sanitary ware defects.

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Carpentry tasks including:

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Boxing‑in pipework

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Fitting bath panels

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Installing kitchen units or worktops

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Door easing, adjustments, and minor joinery repairs

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Multi‑trade work including:

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Tiling — splashbacks, small wall/floor areas, repairs

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Plastering — patch plastering, small‑area skimming

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Painting & decorating — walls, ceilings, woodwork, touch‑ups, full room refreshes

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Flooring — vinyl, laminate, carpet tiles, minor sub‑floor preparation

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General property maintenance tasks

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Ensure all work meets safety, compliance, and quality standards.

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Maintain accurate job records using digital job management systems.

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Communicate professionally with tenants, colleagues, and supervisors.

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Work independently or as part of a team to meet service targets.

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Participate in an out‑of‑hours rota where required.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

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NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Plumbing, Carpentry, or a related trade.

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Proven experience in domestic or social housing environments