Qualified Multi-Trade Operative-Plymouth Devon
| Company: | MSB Property Services Ltd |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | South West |
| Working pattern: | Field-based |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 19 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Qualified Multi-Trade Operative
MSB Property Services Ltd
Plymouth & Surrounding Areas
Salary: £33,280–£40,000+ (depending on qualifications and experience)
Full Time | Permanent | Company Van | Mobile Phone | Pension
Join an Award-Winning Property Maintenance Team
MSB Property Services Ltd is a well-established and growing property maintenance contractor working in partnership with Housing Associations and Local Authorities throughout Devon and Cornwall.
Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit an experienced Qualified Multi-Trade Operative to join our reactive maintenance and planned works team.
PLEASE NOTE
This position is NOT suitable for applicants without a recognised trade qualification or relevant industry experience.
Applicants must hold at least one recognised trade qualification (NVQ Level 2 or above, City & Guilds, or equivalent) and have experience carrying out property maintenance works within occupied domestic properties.
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About the Role
Working within occupied social housing properties, you'll carry out a variety of responsive repairs and planned maintenance works while delivering excellent customer service to our residents.
Typical works include:
• Carpentry
• General building repairs
• Kitchen repairs and installations
• Bathroom repairs
• Internal doors
• Skirting and architraves
• Plaster patch repairs
• Basic plumbing (non-gas)
• Fencing and external repairs
• Minor decorating
• General property maintenance
You'll be trusted to work independently while maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and professionalism.
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Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
✔ A recognised trade qualification (NVQ Level 2 or above, City & Guilds or equivalent) in at least ONE of the following:
• Carpentry
• Plumbing
• Bricklaying
• Plastering
• Painting & Decorating
• Flooring
• General Building
✔ Minimum 3 years' experience in property maintenance or the construction industry.
✔ Experience working within occupied domestic properties.
✔ Full UK Driving Licence.
✔ Ability to work independently.
✔ Excellent customer service skills.
✔ Pride in producing quality workmanship.
✔ Own hand tools.
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Desirable
• Social Housing experience.
• Multi-trade experience.
• PASMA.
• IPAF.
• Asbestos Awareness.
• Manual Handling.
• First Aid.
• CSCS Card.
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What We Offer
• Permanent full-time employment.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company van.
• Company mobile phone.
• Company uniform.
• Pension.
• Paid holiday.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Ongoing training.
• Career progression.
• Friendly, supportive working environment.
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Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:
• Takes pride in their work.
• Is reliable and punctual.
• Has excellent communication skills.
• Understands the importance of working in customers' homes.
• Can problem solve independently.
• Represents MSB professionally every day.
If you're a qualified tradesperson looking for long-term employment with a respected local contractor, we'd love to hear from you.
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How to Apply
Please send your CV together with details of your trade qualifications and previous experience to:
📧 works@msbpropertyservices.co.uk
Applications without recognised trade qualifications or relevant industry experience will not be considered.