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Multi Skilled Operative

Job details
Posting date: 20 May 2024
Salary: £32,420.82 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 03 June 2024
Location: L30
Remote working: On-site only
Company: The Sovini Group
Job type: Permanent
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Summary

Multi Skilled Operative - Plumber
We are currently looking for a Multi Skilled Operative to join The Sovini Group.
Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination.
If you have got the talent, the potential, the drive and determination there is a place for you at The Sovini Group.

This position is a permanent opportunity

As a Multi Skilled Operative, you will be expected to:

• ensure that all customer homes are maintained to the highest possible standards and that all statutory and regulatory requirements are met
• assemble and install kitchens & bathrooms, fitting cupboards, worktops, appliances, non-slip and tiled flooring and accessories, plumbing, patch plastering, ceramic tiling and associated kitchen fitting skills
• be able to complete varied types of works associated with a multi trade role to a high standard and demonstrate competence in Joinery, Plumbing, Plastering, PVC’u door/window installation.
• ensure that works are completed within the target response times.
• provide a high standard of service to all customers.
• carry out repairs and maintenance to all customer homes in accordance with current Building Regulations, Health & Safety Legislation and Association timescales.
• ensure all PPE equipment issued is accounted for at all times and kept safe and secure
• use/wear an apply all PPE issued by Sovini Property Services.
• assist colleagues where necessary to ensure Sovini Property Services obligations are completely fulfilled
• meet appraisal targets and support the delivery and achievement of overall business objectives
• positively promote and demonstrate the values required by the business
• Commit to equality and diversity and to promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.
• partake in Sovini’s out of hours repairs service on a rota basis if required
• attend internal and external training as deemed required for this role
• Adhere with the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts and omissions.
• This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list but to indicate the main responsibilities of the post. It will be reviewed periodically to take into account changes
and developments in service requirements.


To be successful in a Multi Skilled Operative role, the skills you will need:
• Qualified to a minimum level of City and Guilds NVQ or equivalent (level 2) in either Joinery or Plumbing
• Competent in three of the following: Joinery, Plumbing, Plastering, Floor and Wall Tiling
• Experience of working in a building environment and completing repair work in occupied homes or void properties
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• A knowledge of relevant legislation and/or Codes of Practice i.e. Construction, Building Regulations and Health & Safety
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with tenants, external agencies and office based colleagues
• Able to plan and prioritise to ensure the effective use of own time
• Commitment to providing a high quality service to all customers
• Hold full UK driving licence with maximum of 6 penalty points
• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate across multiple channels including Microsoft Teams, Face to Face and Email.
• To demonstrate The Sovini Group’s values in your day to day job role – Success, Passion, Authenticity, Courage, Enterprise.

Experience or Knowledge of the below would be advantageous but not essential:
• Qualified to a level of City and Guilds NVQ or equivalent (level 3) in either Joinery or Plumbing
• Familiar with PDA and other electronic devices
• Experience working in repairs and maintenance in housing services

So if you are looking for a Multi Skilled Operative role with:
• Competitive salary - £32,420.82
• Monthly tool allowance of £30 pm. – SPS only
• Hours – 40 per week (Monday-Friday Pattern).
• 22 days holiday increasing with service.
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme.
• Group personal pension scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Career development opportunities.
• Corporate discount scheme.
• Staff well-being and ‘feel-good’ programme.
Apply online via our website today!
Please note we do not accept approaches from recruitment agencies and only applications made via our website will be accepted.
Closing date – 3rd June 2024
Please note that shortlisting may take place prior to the advert closing, if a high volume of suitable applicants have applied, the advert may close early. Please do not hesitate to submit your application.