Senior Maintenance Operative

Senior Maintenance Operative
Midlands
Full-time Permanent

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Maintenance Operative to work across social housing properties throughout the Midlands.

This is not a standard multi-trade role. You will be responsible for attending jobs that involve complaints, failed inspections, or works requiring a higher level of skill and attention to detail. The successful candidate will be trusted to resolve issues to a high standard - first time.

When complaint or remedial work is not required, you will take on a senior role within the team, supporting quality control and larger project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out remedial works on previously completed or substandard jobs
• Resolve tenant complaints professionally and effectively
• Inspect and sign off completed works to ensure quality standards are met
• Lead larger maintenance and refurbishment projects when required
• Complete high-quality bathroom and kitchen installations
• Undertake mould treatment and preventative works
• Manage full void property refurbishments
• Carry out painting and decorating to a high standard
• Diagnose complex maintenance issues and provide long-term solutions

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a multi-trade or maintenance role
• Strong skills across multiple trades including carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and decorating
• Previous experience working within social housing
• Ability to identify and rectify poor workmanship to a high standard
• Experience inspecting works or leading projects is desirable
• Confident working in occupied properties and dealing with tenants
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of jobs
• Full UK driving licence essential

What's Offered

• Competitive salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per year (depending on experience)
• Company vehicle and fuel card (where applicable)
• Long-term, stable employment
• Opportunity to progress into a senior and trusted position

Benefits

• Company van
• Company pension
• Referral programme

Work Location: On the road

If you take pride in your work, lead by example, and can be relied upon to resolve issues properly, we'd like to hear from you.