Multi Trade Operative

2 weeks ago

Houghton Regis LU UZ, United Kingdom Peabody Full time

Our Vacancy

We're looking for a skilled and reliable Multi Trade Operative to join our team, delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance across a variety of housing stock. In this role, you'll carry out a range of tasks including decorating, plastering, and damp and mould treatments. You'll be part of a responsive maintenance service, working to a 'Right First Time' approach that ensures residents receive an efficient and professional experience. You'll manage multiple jobs each day, maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer care, while working collaboratively with colleagues to meet service level agreements.

What you'll do

As a Multi Trade Operative, you'll be responsible for completing a variety of repair and maintenance tasks to a high standard. You'll update your PDA device with job details, liaise with residents and colleagues, and ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with agreed specifications. You'll manage your van stock, communicate any job variations, and maintain a professional approach at all times. You'll also contribute to performance reviews, support health and safety compliance, and help us deliver excellent service to our residents.

What you'll need

  • A relevant qualification such as a recognised apprenticeship, NVQ Level 1 or City & Guilds Certificate Or Proven experience as a multi trade operative, ideally within a social housing maintenance environment.
  • Strong understanding of health and safety requirements relevant to the role.
  • Full UK driving licence and own trade-specific hand tools (power tools provided).
  • Good communication and time management skills, with attention to detail and pride in your work.

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you're joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

What We Offer

  • 22 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays
  • van, phone and fuel card provided with power tools supplied
  • two additional paid volunteering days each year
  • flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
  • 4 x salary life assurance
  • up to 10% pension contribution

If this sounds like we are right for you and you'd love to be part of Peabody, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you're the perfect fit for this role.

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Chloe Singleton at

Interviews will be taking place Monday 10th November

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.

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