Multi-Skilled Operative

The Role

Due to continuous success here at Fortem, we are currently recruiting for a Multi Trade to join our Cambridge Housing Society contract. We are looking for someone to work in and around the Haverhill region. You will need to be competent in multiple Trades, with a specific focus on plumbing or carpentry. This is a permanent role and the core working hours are 8am - 4:30pm - Work Van, Fuel card, Power tools provided! The Multi Trade takes ownership of work, operating within the company Health and Safety guidelines, and remaining within budget and time parameters, whilst being Courteous and professional around the tenants. Ensuring all work is undertaken to a high standard with the minimum of supervision.

The Customer

Our contract with Cambridge Housing Society is brand new and launching on April 1st. This will be a long term partnership with houses covering the whole of Cambridgeshire, from Wisbech down to Haverhill, although primarily situated in central Cambridge. There are nearly 3,000 properties, mostly houses and flats, and we will be looking after their Repairs, Voids, Cyclical Works and Planned workstreams.

Duties and Responsibilities

Multi Trade responsibilities will include:

Carry out repairs and maintenance tasks across this established Social Housing contract, ensuring all work meets high-quality standards.

Take ownership of assigned work, aiming to resolve issues on the first visit to minimise repeat visits and disruptions.

Complete all tasks within allocated budgets and timelines to maintain operational efficiency.

Reporting in to the Voids Supervisor you will support with site inspections and quality checks

Operate in accordance with company Health and Safety policies to ensure a safe working environment.

Keep up to date with the latest technical advancements and legal requirements relevant to your areas of expertise.

Execute duties with minimal supervision whilst maintaining professionalism and a strong commitment to quality.

What You Will Need

The Multi Trade will meet the following criteria:

Essential Criteria

Previous experience in a carpentry or plumbing role

Full, driving licence (maximum 5 points).

Desirable Criteria

Social housing experience

Benefits

Competitive Annual Salary

We provide a company Van and Fuel card for work purposes

Eligible for bonus up to 5%per annum

25 days annual leave + bank holidays & your birthday off (34 days total)

Pay review every year

26 weeks full pay maternity leave

8 weeks full pay paternity leave

Power Tools and PPE provided

Discounted gym memberships at national and local gyms

Up to 3,000 colleague referral fee

Vast directory of training on bespoke in-house

Learning Management System'

24/7 access to GP appointment for you and your immediate family from Day 1

Private pension employer contribution 3-6%

Life Insurance, dental care, private healthcare insurance and eye care vouchers,Cycle-to-work scheme, mobile phone provider shopping discounts & more

Who We Are

We are part of the Willmott Dixon group, established in 2002 Fortem provides specialist property solutions tailored to keep homes and buildings running smoothly. Our highly trained teams deliver a range of internal and external repairs as well as high quality voids, planned installations and gas services. Alongside our core functions, we have extensive experience in decarbonisation, specialising in making homes more energy-efficient and helping clients on their journey to become zero carbon. Our experience, commitment to best practice and exemplary quality, together with a genuine partnered approach, ensures we achieve excellent outcomes for our partners, clients and customers.We have an established track record of improving communities and creating better places for people to work and live. We are Investors in People - Gold, we believe in equality, diversity and respect for all and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. If you need any assistance with your application, please contact our team at