Multi Skilled Operative
| Posting date: | 03 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £22.00 to £25.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 October 2025 |
| Location: | Wigan, Greater Manchester, wn3 5qr |
| Company: | Daniel Owen Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MULTOP_1759500108 |
Summary
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Multi-Skilled Operative to work on our social housing maintenance contract. You will carry out a variety of responsive repairs, void property works, and planned maintenance tasks, ensuring properties are safe, well-maintained, and meet the needs of our residents.
This is a customer-facing role, so we are looking for someone who is professional, reliable, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake a range of repair and maintenance tasks across occupied and void properties.
- Deliver a variety of trade skills (e.g. joinery, plumbing, plastering, tiling, painting & decorating).
- Diagnose, problem-solve, and complete jobs on first visit wherever possible.
- Work safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations.
- Provide excellent customer service and respect residents' homes.
- Keep accurate records of work completed using company systems.
About You
The ideal candidate will be multi-skilled and adaptable, with experience working in a social housing or property maintenance environment. You will need to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in at least two core trades (e.g. joinery, plumbing, plastering, tiling, painting & decorating).
- Ability to carry out minor works in additional trades.
- NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification in a core trade (desirable but not essential).
- Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and customer care skills.
- Full UK driving licence (company van and fuel card may be provided).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
- Company van, fuel card, uniform, and PPE [if applicable].
How to Apply:
If you're a skilled and motivated operative looking to make a real difference in the social housing sector, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV to or call on 07594 519040