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Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council,
Multi Trade Operative (4 posts available)
Asset Management & Maintenance – Repairs Service Sandwell Council
Sandwell Council is seeking skilled and reliable Multi Trade Operative to join our Repairs Service, delivering high-quality housing repairs and maintenance across our council housing stock.
This is a hands-on role where your work will directly improve the safety, quality, and comfort of residents’ homes.
The Role
As a Multi Trade Operative, you will:
- Carry out a wide range of repairs and maintenance works across multiple trades, including carpentry, basic plumbing, plastering, and general building works
- Work in both tenanted and void properties, completing jobs safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
- Diagnose faults and complete repairs with a strong right first-time approach
- Use mobile technology to receive, manage, and record repair works
- Deliver excellent customer service, communicating professionally and respectfully with residents and colleagues
- Follow all health and safety, safeguarding, and council procedures always
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About You
We are looking for operatives who:
- Have proven experience working in a multi-trade housing repairs environment
- Can work independently while managing a varied daily workload
- Take pride in the quality of their work and customer satisfaction
- Understand the importance of health and safety and safe systems of work
- Are comfortable using handheld devices and digital systems
- Hold a full UK driving licence
Relevant trade qualifications are applicable for the role.
Why Join Sandwell Council?
- Secure, stable employment within a local authority
- Competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Ongoing training, development, and progression opportunities
- The chance to make a real difference to residents and local communities
We reserve the right to close this advert early if a high volume of applications is received, so early application is encouraged.
Closing Date:
20 July 2026
To apply:
Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Rob Stevens on rob_stevens@sandwell.gov.uk
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We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your CV as soon as possible. When submitting your CV and supporting statement, please refer to the supporting documents attached.
If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.
If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.
If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact rob_stevens@sandwell.gov.uk
For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs
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