Multi Trade Operative

HRGO has won a National Contract with an Award Winning housing company with offices UK Wide.

As a result of ongoing expansion, we are recruiting for Multi Trade Operatives in the Peterborough area to join at an exciting time.

Areas in Peterborough are - PE15, PE16, PE19, PE20, PE26, PE27, PE28, and PE29.

The job opportunities are endless!!

The Multi Trade Operative will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of maintenance, responsive repairs, void works & property MOTs connected with all aspects of their specialist trades and any secondary trades.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and regularly replenish impress stock of materials including recording usage on PDA
• Specify and order specialist materials where required to complete task. Minimise wastage
• Ensure all goods received notes and paperwork are returned to the Response admin team
• Using PDA and/or job tickets correctly, completely and in real time
• Standby log sheets, Material orders, Vehicle report sheets, policy procedure paperwork
• Inform Managers of work tickets requiring cancelling, follow on works or change in status
• Written - Reports for Area managers
• Ensure the safe, effective use of tools and plant ensuring they are regularly maintained and serviced and supervisor is notified of any loss or damage
• Compliance with all company policy and procedures
• Understand and abide with the Health & Safety regulations and ensure all work practices are safe
• Carry out risk assessments, reporting bad practice and dangerous occurrences to supervisor
• Achieving recognition under the CSCS Scheme
• Act as an ambassador for Response and their Clients at all times
• To deliver quality workmanship within your specific trades and without close supervision
• Meet appointments as agreed with tenants
• Complete work first time wherever possible
• On completion of work inspect quality and be satisfied before leaving the customer
• Take responsibility for supervising apprentices if assigned and the quality of their work.

The successful candidates will have the following:

Substantial experience in the building industry to acquire the skills and techniques of your specialised trade and a secondary trade

• City and Guilds qualification up to (NVQ level 3) or relevant experience in one trade and others
• Holder of relevant current construction skills certification scheme CSCS site operative card
• Working knowledge of relevant Health and Safety Legislation
• Ability to prioritise work loads
• Good time keeper with organisation and planning skills including strategic thinking and priority setting
• Self-motivation skills and a good team player
• The ability to make sound judgements and decisions in line with the company's guidelines and objectives
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Full driving licence as a work van will be provided

In return the client offers some cracking benefits:

Van and uniform. Tools are also provided (but not basic hand tools)

Company Bonus Scheme

Annual bonus - staff can receive a bonus dependent upon organisational and team performance

Additions flexible benefits package - All staff are provided with an amount equivalent to 1% of their salary to spend on other benefits. Staff can select from a range of benefits including life assurance, critical illness cover, financial reviews, health cash plan, health screening, private medical insurance, dental insurance, healthcare assistance, gym membership, cycle to work, travel insurance, restaurant card and much more. Staff can also top up this account by contributing from their salary.

Defined Contribution pension scheme provided by the Flexible Retirement Plan

Comprehensive training and opportunities for personal development and promotion

Opportunity to apply for sponsorship for professional qualifications

A starting salary of up to £35k per annum.

If you have previous experience and are looking for an exciting challenge then please send your up to-date CV and covering letter detailing your achievements to Claire at HRGO.

01603 763 500