Senior Multi-Skilled Operative
Senior Multi-Skilled Operative
We are now seeking a experienced Senior Multi Skilled Operative to undertake high-quality multi-skilled repairs, maintenance, building, installation and improvement works across Cornwall in support of responsive, planned and minor works delivery. The postholder will apply a core trade qualification together with broad multi-trade capability to deliver safe, compliant and customer-focused works across a varied property portfolio.
You will support the effective delivery of the Construction & Property business plan through the efficient coordination and utilisation of labour, materials, plant, subcontractors and company assets. The postholder will work closely with Supervisors, colleagues and specialist subcontractors to ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards, with a focus on right-first-time completion, customer satisfaction and value for money.
Duties will include (but not limited to):
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Undertake responsive repairs, planned maintenance and minor improvement works across domestic, commercial and public sector properties throughout Cornwall, ensuring work is completed to the required quality, safety and performance standards.
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Apply a recognised trade specialism alongside a broad range of multi-trade skills to carry out maintenance, installation, alteration, repair and finishing works across a variety of property types.
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Plan and organise daily work activities, including assessing work requirements, identifying resource needs, selecting appropriate materials and equipment, and delivering works safely, efficiently and effectively, either independently or as part of a team.
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Support Supervisors in the day-to-day delivery of programmes of work by providing accurate progress updates, identifying additional or follow-on works, escalating risks and issues, and contributing to the effective scheduling and completion of tasks.
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Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, tenants, members of the public, subcontractors and colleagues, delivering a professional, responsive and customer-focused service at all times.
For more information please have a look at the attached Role Profile
Evidence of competence of 3 or more trades in construction and maintenance skills – e.g. Carpentry, Plastering, Roofing, Kitchen and bathroom fitting etc.
You will hold a CSCS card or be willing to obtain one.
Possess or has the ability and willingness to achieve a relevant City and Guilds Craft or equivalent in a core trade certification.
Demonstrates comprehensive technical skills in several core trades demonstrating a broad experience of building construction and maintenance.
Demonstrates a sound understanding and working knowledge of the Health & Safety at Work Act.
You will have good general Multi-skilled abilities with the ability to complete the task in hand.
You will have a good level of literacy and numeracy skills.
You will be highly competent and motivated with a positive can-do attitude and exceptional customer service skills.
Hold a full UK driving licence.
Our offer to you
Salary: Cor10
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Base: Sites across Cornwall.
Closing Date: Thursday 10th September 2026
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Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all our service users, clients and customers. If the role is working with vulnerable individuals and/or children and young people, you will be asked to complete a relevant DBS check to be successfully appointed to the role.
To apply
Please follow the link below to apply for the role with your candidate profile. Or to find out more about the role please take a look at the role profile. We review CVs as we receive them, and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match. So, please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this role.
Contact us
If you’d like to have a discussion about the role, please feel free to contact our in-house resourcing team.