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Elite Operative : Plasterer
*Join Gilmartins as an Elite Operative: GBP 50,000 Basic
About the Role
We are building the best trade team in social housing repairs at Gilmartins. This is not just another trade role—it’s an opportunity to join a company that values professionalism, quality, reliability, and leadership.
We’re expanding and looking for experienced, high-performing operatives across the Buckinghamshire area (including High Wycombe, Marlow and Princes Risborough) who are willing to travel and work across these locations.
We currently need elite operatives in the following trades:
- Plasterer (proficient in patching and larger areas), with experience in thermal boarding
- Willing to carry out painting and decorating, mould washing, re-pointing, and basic carpentry
This role offers a GBP 50,000 BASIC SALARY, with permanent, full-time employment paid monthly.
What We Offer
- GBP 50,000 basic salary (with strong potential for progress)
- Permanent, full-time employment, with monthly pay
- Company van & fuel card for business use only (exclusive to tradeskills.com contracting)
- PDA and branded uniform
- Long-term job security with stable, local workstreams
- Career progression opportunities
What Makes a Gilmartins Elite Operative Different?
We’re not just looking for skilled operatives—we want exceptional individuals who make a real difference.
We Are Looking For Operatives Who:
✅ Take pride in delivering high-quality work—consistently, every time ✅ Provide excellent customer service, maintaining strong relations with tenants ✅ Get jobs done right first time, reducing callbacks and wasted effort ✅ Work professionally and safely at all times—health & safety compliance is non-negotiable ✅ Communicate effectively with tenants, fellow operatives, and internal office teams ✅ Support and mentor other operatives (training and guidance are encouraged) ✅ Maintain perfect attendance and punctuality—reliability is key ✅ Respect company owned vehicles, materials, and equipment (no damage or misuse) ✅ Represent the business professionally—arriving on time, dressed appropriately, and conducting themselves with integrity
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This Role Is NOT for Everyone
These high standards mean dedication, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Successful applicants must:
✔ Consistently achieve strong KPI performance
- Regular quality inspections and contractors audit feedback ✔ Maintain outstanding reliability with near-perfect timekeeping
- Never cancel or delay schedules without proper notice ✔ Keep the van stocked and organised, ensuring materials are fully managed ✔ Maintain a clean and presentable vehicle, including regular PD checks and waste management ✔ Strict adherence to all health and safety procedures, including Asbestos Awareness (CPD) and certified training ✔ Use technology (PDAs and recording systems) correctly—smart recording is mandatory ✔ Work independently with minimal supervision—autonomy is expected, not micromanagement ✔ Take full ownership of jobs from start to finish, ensuring accountability and satisfaction with the result
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Experience & Requirements
Must Have:
🔹 Proven experience in social housing reactive maintenance (physical evidence of outstanding work) 🔹 Trade qualifications where applicable (e.g. CPCS, NOTEC, CSkills Building and Allied Trades, Apprenticeships) 🔹 Full manual driving license (no automatic vehicles available) 🔹 Strong communication and interpersonal skills—necessary for engaging with difficult tenants and colleagues 🔹 Experience working in occupied properties—managing disruptions and navigating limited space 🔹 Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and high work load
Why Join Gilmartins?
At Gilmartins, we self-deliver our contracts using directly employed elite operatives—because we believe the frontline teams are the face of our business. We reward the best, invest in professional development, and recognise exceptional performance.
We’re building the best operational team in social housing and want to know: ⚡ Are you tired of being just another number? ⚡ Do you see yourself as among the very best in your trade?
If you’re ambitious, motivated, and accountable—we want to hear from you.
Apply Today
These positions are limited—we’re looking to hire immediately for the right candidates.
At Gilmartins, hard work, professionalism, accountability, and quality are genuinely recognised and rewarded. Become part of a team where your ability is what unlocks opportunity.
Apply now to progress your career with a company where high performance doesn’t go unnoticed.
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