Multi Trade Operative – Voids (Empty Homes)

Multi Trade Operative – Voids (Empty Homes)

Location: Melton Mowbray and surrounding areas, Leicestershire
Salary: £35,000 \- £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full\-Time, Permanent
Benefits: Company Vehicle, Fuel Card, Pension Scheme, Training \& Development

About Gratton Construction

Gratton Construction Ltd is a growing social housing contractor delivering repairs, maintenance, void refurbishment and planned investment works across the East Midlands.

Due to the mobilisation of a new local authority housing contract, we are seeking experienced Multi Trade Operatives to join our dedicated Void Property Team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and expanding business delivering high\-quality refurbishment works to empty homes across Leicestershire.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of refurbishment, repair and reinstatement works within vacant social housing properties, helping return homes to a safe, clean and lettable standard for incoming residents.

Working within a dedicated voids team, you will undertake works independently and as part of a wider team to ensure properties are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete multi\-trade refurbishment works within void properties.


• Carry out first and second fix carpentry repairs and installations.


• Undertake basic plumbing repairs and sanitary ware replacements.


• Complete patch plastering and making\-good works.


• Install kitchens, worktops, doors, skirting boards and ironmongery.


• Carry out wall and floor tiling repairs.


• Undertake preparation, painting and decorating works.


• Complete minor external repairs, fencing and garden reinstatement works.


• Identify and report additional repairs or health and safety concerns.


• Ensure all work complies with company procedures and quality standards.


• Complete digital job records, photographs and paperwork accurately.


• Maintain company vehicles, tools and equipment.

You will have previous experience working within social housing, repairs, maintenance or void refurbishment environments and be capable of delivering multiple trades to a high standard.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Multi Trade Operative.


• Strong carpentry and general building skills.


• Competent in multiple trades including:


• Carpentry


• Plumbing


• Plastering


• Tiling


• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.


• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.


• Good communication and customer service skills.


• Full UK Driving Licence.


• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a relevant trade.


• City \& Guilds qualification.


• Asbestos Awareness.


• Manual Handling.


• Working at Height.


• First Aid at Work.


• Previous Social Housing or Void Property experience.

This role primarily involves working within vacant properties; however, some homes may be located within sheltered housing schemes, supported accommodation or communal environments where other residents remain in occupation.

The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, respect and a customer\-focused approach at all times.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.


• Company vehicle and fuel card.


• Company pension scheme.


• Uniform and PPE provided.


• Ongoing training and career development.


• Long\-term secured workload.


• Opportunities for progression within a growing business.


• Employee wellbeing support.


• Annual leave plus bank holidays.


• Sick pay scheme.

If you are a skilled Multi Trade Operative looking for a long\-term opportunity with a reputable social housing contractor, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team committed to delivering safe, high\-quality homes for local communities.

Gratton Construction Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000\.00\-£40,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension


• On\-site parking


• Sick pay

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