Plumber Multi Trade

CV-LibrarySouthwark, Greater LondonpermanentPosted: 7 September 2026
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We are currently looking for an experienced and reliable Plumbing-Biased Multi-Trader to join our reactive maintenance team, carrying out repairs and maintenance works across social housing properties throughout London.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plumbing and drainage, combined with good multi-trade skills and the ability to undertake a variety of general maintenance and repair works.

You will be responsible for attending reactive maintenance jobs, diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is a customer-facing role, so a professional attitude, good communication skills and the ability to work respectfully within residents' homes are essential.

Responsibilities

* Attend reactive maintenance jobs across various social housing properties throughout London.

* Carry out plumbing and drainage repairs as the primary trade, including fault finding, repairs, maintenance and replacement works.

* Ideally have strong experience in another trade such as Groundwork, Locksmithing, Glazing, Plastering, Decorating, General maintenance

* Diagnose faults and determine the most appropriate repair solution.

* Complete works efficiently and minimise the need for return visits wherever possible.

* Use a PDA/mobile device to receive and update jobs, record works undertaken, upload photographs and complete job reports in real time.

* Ensure all works comply with relevant health and safety requirements, company procedures and client standards.

* Maintain a high standard of workmanship across all repairs.

* Communicate professionally with residents, clients, supervisors and the scheduling team.

* Identify any additional works or defects and report them clearly to management. Work independently while managing a daily workload and prioritising reactive repairs effectively.

Experience

* Strong practical plumbing and drainage experience.

* Competent across a range of additional maintenance trades.

* Previous experience in reactive maintenance is preferred.

* Full UK driving licence – essential.

* Ability to use a PDA/mobile device for job management and reporting.

* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills, good communication and customer service skills.

* Professional and respectful approach when working in residents' homes.

* Ability to work independently and manage a daily workload effectively.

* Reliable, punctual and able to work to agreed timescales.

* Good attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship.

What We Offer

* Company van & fuel card provided.

* Company uniform and PPE supplied.

* Competitive salary based on experience.

* Overtime and call-out opportunities.

* Regular reactive maintenance work.

* Ongoing training and development.

* Opportunities to develop your multi-trade skills.

* Supportive management and scheduling team.

* Long-term opportunities within a growing maintenance business.

This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to apply their diverse skill set in a fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges! If you are a skilled plumber who can turn their hand to other maintenance tasks, enjoys reactive work and takes pride in providing a professional service to residents, we would like to hear from you

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