Full job descriptionIf you’re a skilled plasterer who takes pride in quality work and enjoys the variety that multi-trade working brings, this could be a great fit. Our client is a well-established social housing provider operating across the South West, and they’re looking for someone who genuinely cares about the service they deliver to residents.
About our client
They’re a housing association with a dedicated repairs and maintenance function serving residents across the country. In the South West, their team delivers responsive repairs and improvement works to a significant residential portfolio, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and resident experience.
The role
Based in Cornwall, you’ll join the South West repairs team as a Multi-Skilled Plasterer on a permanent, full-time basis (39 hours per week). The role covers responsive repairs and general multi-trade work across the patch, with participation in an out-of-hours callout rota that comes with an additional payment on top of your base salary.
What you’ll be doing
*Carrying out plastering works and responsive repairs to a high standard across a residential portfolio
*Completing multi-trade tasks including basic plumbing, tiling, joinery, groundwork, and flooring installation
*Treating and removing damp and mould in line with health and safety guidelines
*Managing your own workload, scheduling, and on-site records with minimal supervision
*Delivering a consistently high standard of service directly to residents in their homes
*Participating in the out-of-hours callout rota on a scheduled basis
Skills and experience
Essential
*NVQ Level 3 (City & Guilds) or equivalent recognised trade qualification in plastering
*Demonstrable multi-trade capability across plumbing, tiling, joinery, groundwork, or flooring
*Experience working in a customer-facing environment, ideally within social housing
*Full UK driving licence
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
Desirable
*Previous experience with damp and mould treatment
*Familiarity with social housing repair systems or similar job management platforms
Why join them
You’ll get a company van and tools provided, a competitive salary of £38,090, and the support of a well-resourced national organisation. There’s a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing, with a benefits package that covers pension, health support, and more.