Multi Trade Operative

CLC is a national property services provider with 1,000+ employees, 250+ clients, 13 branches and 55 years of experience. We deliver responsive repairs, planned maintenance, decarbonisation/retrofit (PAS 2035/2038, MCS), compliance, refurbishment and fire safety, combining national reach with local service. As part of Axis CLC, we're growing and investing in strategic acquisitions.

We maintain and improve the UK's essential buildings and social infrastructure. By enhancing these environments, we contribute to community wellbeing, energy security, and national resilience. CLC has grown significantly over the last few years and has ambitious plans to double in size in the next four years.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• 23 days' holiday + Bank Holidays
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• PDA and uniform provided
• Long-service awards at key milestones
• Perkbox (free coffees, cinema tickets, discounts & more)
• 1 paid volunteer day each year

The role

We're looking for a skilled Plumber / Multi-Trade Operative to deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance across Planned Works, Voids, and Responsive Maintenance (RM) contracts. You'll lead with plumbing expertise—leak detection, hot/cold water repairs, immersion tanks, and bathroom/kitchen installs, while supporting wider multi-trade works to achieve first-time fixes and great resident experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out plumbing repairs and installations, including fault-finding, pipework, immersion tanks, bathroom and kitchen replacements, and leak repairs.
• Support wider multi-trade works: tiling, 1st/2nd fix carpentry, patch plastering/making good, and decorating to a professional standard.
• Attend responsive call-outs, diagnose accurately, and deliver first-time fixes where possible.
• Assist with void refurbishments and planned works to ensure properties are safe, compliant and ready to let.
• Record work accurately using PDAs/mobile apps (job notes, materials, time).
• Collaborate with supervisors, planners and admin to keep delivery smooth and efficient.
• Complete on-site risk assessments and comply with H&S legislation, company procedures and safe systems of work.
• Wear appropriate PPE and take responsibility for your own and others' safety.
• Mentor apprentices and share technical knowledge, particularly around plumbing.
• Support sustainability by minimising waste and using materials efficiently.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings and the out-of-hours rota (if applicable).

Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience as a Multi-Trade Operative with plumbing as a core trade in social housing, voids or planned works.
• Competent in additional trades (tiling, carpentry, plastering, decorating).
• Strong customer service; able to work professionally in occupied homes.
• Excellent H&S knowledge and ability to carry out risk assessments.
• Competent using handheld devices (PDA/mobile apps) for job management.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Security clearance: Must hold (or be immediately eligible for) SC clearance and meet/maintain BPSS as a minimum; willing to undergo vetting and periodic renewals.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds in Plumbing (or equivalent).
• Valid Unvented Hot Water Systems Certificate.
• Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, Manual Handling, First Aid.
• Experience within MOD, local authority or housing association contracts.
• Experience mentoring apprentices or junior operatives.

Personal attributes

• Professional, reliable, and customer-focused.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Flexible and proactive approach to varied tasks and locations.
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you, apply today.

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