About this role
We’re looking for two skilled Multi Trade Operative - External (FTC until 31st March 2027) to deliver high-quality fencing and roofing works across our housing stock.
These roles play a vital part in keeping our homes safe, secure and weather-tight, supporting responsive repairs, emergency works, void properties and minor planned works. You’ll take pride in right-first-time repairs, excellent customer service and working safely.
What You’ll Be Doing: Delivering responsive and emergency fencing and roofing repairs to a high standardInstalling, repairing and replacing: Timber, concrete and metal fencing systems, including gates, posts and gravel boardsPitched and flat roof elements (tiles, slates, ridge tiles, felt, battens and membranes)Guttering, fascias, soffits and rainwater goods Diagnosing defects and selecting durable, compliant repair solutionsWorking safely at height using ladders, podiums or scaffoldingMaintaining clean, safe work areas — including communal spacesUsing mobile devices to: Receive jobsRecord work completedOrder materials and update outcomes in real time Supporting service performance targets such as first-time fix, quality and resident satisfactionParticipating in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota when requiredTaking responsibility for your van, tools and stock Must haves: Proven experience in fencing and/or roofing within domestic or similar environmentsStrong practical skills and attention to quality and finishExperience of working at height and using access equipment safelyA customer-focused and professional approachGood communication skills with residents and colleaguesNVQ Level 2 or 3 in Roofing, Fencing, Carpentry or a related trade (or equivalent experience)Full UK driving licence Hours of work: 39 hours per week, Monday to FridayThe normal hours of duty are between 8:00am till 17:00pm and the actual hours to be worked each day will be agreed with you, depending on the needs of the businessThere may be some Saturdays on a rota basis We offer: A performance based annual bonus + pension contributions matched up to 6%28 days holiday + bank holidays and the option to buy/sell holidayTraining & Development and opportunities for continuing professional development including regular tool box talksA great team of colleagues to work withRegular social and charitable events and a range of wellbeing activitiesEnhanced family leave policiesA really competitive package of flexible employee benefits including a cycle to work schemeA fantastic working office environment overlooking the River Medway that’s accessible and inclusiveFree parking and disabled parkingAccess to two holiday homes in Norfolk and Dorset We’re a Disability Confident employer. This means if you tell us you have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the job, we’ll offer you an interview. We can be flexible when assessing people so everyone has the best opportunity to demonstrate they can do the job.
At mhs homes we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Instructions for potential applicants: Please note we're using an anonymised recruitment process for this role. This means the shortlisting panel will only see personal details or CVs if you're shortlisted for interview. Therefore, shortlisting will be done based on your application and supporting statement. Please complete all sections fully and refer to the role profile when telling us about your skills and experience.
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