Multi-Trade Engineer (Responsive Repairs)

December 1, 2025 | Comments Off on Multi-Trade Engineer (Responsive Repairs)

Job Title: Multi-Trade Engineer (Responsive Repairs)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Category: Property Services
Location: Hertfordshire
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 am - 4:30 pm
Salary: £40,977.48 per annum

We're currently looking for a Multi-Trade Engineer to join the responsive repairs team at a dynamic, award-winning housing association known for it's stability, innovation, and bold future plans.

Responsibilities:

  • Carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance in occupied residential properties, ensuring all work is completed to a professional and safe standard.
  • Assessing repair requirements on-site, identifying cost-effective and appropriate solutions, and completing works with minimal disruption to residents.
  • Liaising with the Planning Team to coordinate schedules, optimise productivity, and ensure efficient job completion.
  • Participating in the out-of-hours emergency repairs rota, providing responsive support as required.
  • Diagnosing faults effectively, determining the most suitable and value-driven repair solution, and arranging materials as needed.
  • Using a personal digital assistant (PDA) or similar device to manage work schedules, document progress, and maintain accurate job records.
  • Undertaking any other reasonable duties or projects as requested by your line manager.

Requirements:

  • Full UK Driving Licence (clean)
  • City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or Carpentry (preferred)

Benefits:

  • A modern, fully equipped company van with full insurance, fuel card, and power tools, all provided at no cost to you.
  • 25 days paid annual leave entitlement (excluding bank holidays), with the option to request a 4-day compressed working week for a better work-life balance.
  • An annual allowance of £900 to spend on personalised benefits.
  • A discretionary annual bonus and a performance bonus scheme allowing you to earn up to 4.5% of your annual salary.
  • Free access to financial advisory services, including mortgage, debt, savings, and pension guidance.
  • A health cash plan to support your well being.
  • Complimentary monthly massage and access to group yoga sessions to promote relaxation and fitness.
  • Participation in a rotational on-call schedule providing out-of-hours support for emergency repairs.

If you've previously worked in the social housing environment and meet the requirements listed, we'd be happy to hear from you.

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