Multi trade operative - Electrical biased

Salary: £35,000 £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Fortus Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the industry.

We are currently recruiting for one our leading clients who cover all aspect of commercial maintenance in high-quality settings across London and Essex. We are seeking an experienced Multi Trade operative with electrical experience to oversee planned and reactive maintenance across commercial properties.

This is a hands-on, practical position ideal for someone with strong electrical expertise who enjoys autonomy, variety, and working within a well-organised environment without the pressure of constant emergencies or unsociable hours.

You will be trusted to manage your own workload, plan your week effectively, and play a key role in ensuring developments remain safe, compliant, and well maintained.

• Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance across buildings and grounds

• Leading on electrical maintenance tasks and supporting compliance coordination

• Managing day-to-day reactive maintenance

• Undertaking multi-trade works including basic carpentry, decorating, plumbing and general fabric repairs

• Monitoring the condition of buildings and external areas

• Supporting statutory compliance checks alongside specialist contractors (fire safety, alarms, etc.)

• Liaising with approved contractors for specialist works

• Maintaining clear, simple records and identifying upcoming maintenance requirements

• Supporting refurbishment and improvement projects when required

• Recognised electrical qualification (essential) NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent

• Proven experience in a maintenance, facilities or multi-trade role

• Strong practical mindset with a safety-first approach

• Comfortable working independently across multiple sites

• Organised, reliable and proactive

• Good communication skills

• Full UK driving licence

• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check

Formal qualifications outside of electrical are welcome; however, experience, attitude, and reliability are equally important.

• Flexible start and finish times

• Autonomy to plan and prioritise your own diary

• Minimal weekend working

• Trust-based, supportive working culture

• Competitive salary of £35,000 £45,000

• Fully expensed company van and fuel

• Tools allowance (consumables, phone, workwear)

• Stable, long-term position within an established organisation

• Supportive leadership who recognise maintenance as a key function

• Respectful, calm working environment with real purpose

If you are interested in this position please apply or if you would like to have a confidential chat please call office and speak to Jason Almeida.

Fortus Recruitment Group Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Fortus Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.

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