Multi Trade Operative

We are looking for an experienced Multi Trade Operative - Primary Trade: Plasterer (FTC until 31st March 2027) to deliver a high‑quality, customer‑focused plastering service across our social housing stock.

You will work on responsive repairs, emergency jobs, void properties and minor planned works, ensuring homes are safe, habitable, compliant and finished to a high standard. This is a hands‑on role where pride in workmanship, right‑first‑time repairs and excellent customer service are key.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Delivering responsive and emergency plastering repairs within agreed timescales
Carrying out a range of plastering works, including:

Internal wall and ceiling repairs
Skimming and patch plastering
Making good following plumbing, electrical and building works
Background preparation (bonding, boarding and sealing)
Rendering and external patch repairs where required

Diagnosing defects and selecting the most appropriate repair solution
Working safely and compliantly in occupied homes
Protecting residents’ belongings and maintaining clean, tidy work areas
Using mobile working systems to record work, order materials and update jobs
Managing your tools, vehicle and van stock
Participating in an out‑of‑hours emergency call‑out rota when required

Must haves:

Proven experience completing plastering repairs and finishes in domestic properties
Ability to achieve high‑quality, right‑first‑time finishes
A customer‑focused, professional approach to work
Good communication skills with residents and colleagues
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plastering (or equivalent experience)
Full UK driving licence

Hours of work:

39 hours per week, Monday to Friday
The normal hours of duty are between 8:00am till 17:00pm and the actual hours to be worked each day will be agreed with you, depending on the needs of the business
There may be some Saturdays on a rota basis

We offer:

A performance based annual bonus + pension contributions matched up to 6%
28 days holiday + bank holidays and the option to buy/sell holiday
Training & Development and opportunities for continuing professional development including regular tool box talks
A great team of colleagues to work with
Regular social and charitable events and a range of wellbeing activities
Enhanced family leave policies
A really competitive package of flexible employee benefits including a cycle to work scheme
A fantastic working office environment overlooking the River Medway that’s accessible and inclusive
Free parking and disabled parking
Access to two holiday homes in Norfolk and Dorset

We’re a Disability Confident employer. This means if you tell us you have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the job, we’ll offer you an interview. We can be flexible when assessing people so everyone has the best opportunity to demonstrate they can do the job.

At mhs homes we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Instructions for potential applicants: Please note we're using an anonymised recruitment process for this role. This means the shortlisting panel will only see personal details or CVs if you're shortlisted for interview. Therefore, shortlisting will be done based on your application and supporting statement. Please complete all sections fully and refer to the role profile when telling us about your skills and experience.

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