2 -3 Month Contract With a Local Authority

To deliver high-quality building repairs, maintenance, renewals, and replacements across a range of trade disciplines. This role involves working on both occupied and void Council-owned housing properties and premises, including large-scale programmed refurbishments and occupational therapy adaptations. You will be expected to carry out work in accordance with best trade practices, ensuring compliance with current standards, regulations, and health & safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out day-to-day responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and refurbishment works on a wide range of domestic and non-domestic properties.
  

• Work independently or as part of a team to complete multi-trade tasks to a professional standard in at least four core trade areas.
  

• Undertake adaptation works as prescribed by occupational therapists, including level access showers, handrails, ramps, etc.
  

• Diagnose faults, plan remedial actions, and complete repairs or installations efficiently and to the required quality.
  

• Ensure all works are completed in line with current building regulations, safety standards, and Council policies.
  

• Accurately complete job reports, timesheets, and material requests using handheld devices or paperwork, as required.
  

• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly working environment, both in the workplace and on site.
  

• Liaise with tenants, clients, colleagues, and supervisors in a professional and respectful manner.
  

• Identify and report any safeguarding or health and safety concerns encountered during visits.
  

• Drive and maintain a Council vehicle (if applicable), ensuring tools and materials are secure and vehicle checks are completed regularly.
  

Essential Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a core trade (e.g., Plumbing, Carpentry, etc.)
  

• Demonstrated competency in at least four trade disciplines:
  
  Plumbing / Carpentry / Plastering / Electrical (including Part P) / Tiling / Painting & Decorating / Gas Safe
  

• Valid CSCS card (or willingness to obtain)
  

• Full UK Driving Licence (manual)
  

• Proven experience working across multiple trades in domestic settings
  

• Experience with both responsive repairs and planned works/refurbishments
  

• Previous work in social housing or local authority settings is desirable