Job Description

Permanent, Full Time

Are you an experienced tradesperson looking for a new role?



At Fairhive we're excited to welcome an enthusiastic and friendly Level 3 Multi Trade Operative to our Property Services team. If you enjoy hands-on work within an organisation that makes a real difference in peoples' lives then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the role...

In this role, you will be using your trade skills to directly improve the lives of our residents. Collaboration is key, as you will be working with a variety of other skilled tradespeople, and our friendly administrative staff and managers, to achieve our goals.



In addition to your technical skills, warm and friendly communication is essential as you will be the friendly face of Fairhive for our tenants.



As an experienced tradesperson you already know that emergencies can happen outside of the 9 - 5! Therefore, all of our tradespeople participate in a call out rota to ensure our residents are kept safe in their homes.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

Carrying out inspections of occupied and empty properties to determine the extent of the repair, maintenance or installation required. Carrying out a range of repairs and installations in occupied and empty properties associated with at least two of the following three trades: carpentry, plastering, plumbing. All the above to current legislative standards and to prevailing performance standards. Carrying out a range of general trade repairs and installations in occupied and empty properties including but not limited to: full decoration of a house, full tiling of a bathroom/shower room, installation of 'Multipanel', patch plastering 1sqm, basic plumbing and basic carpentry.

To be successful you will have:

NVQ Level 3 qualifications or equivalent practical experience in at least two of the following three trades: carpentry, plastering, plumbing Be proficient in general trades skills Hold a valid and current driving licence Have organisational, time management, and problem solving skills Have basic IT skills Be committed to the promotion of equality and diversity in service delivery


At Fairhive Homes, we're driven by a simple yet powerful vision: "Homes for Living, Communities for Life" This isn't just what we do; it's what we strive for every day. As a non-profit housing association, we're dedicated to providing affordable housing to over 20,000 individuals in our community. Our residents are truly at the heart of everything we do.


We are dedicated to supporting our residents and neighbourhoods. Whether we are maintaining our high-quality homes or building new ones, our mission is to foster thriving communities where everyone feels welcome and can proudly say, 'This is my home.'


We believe that a strong community starts with quality housing, and we're here to make that vision a reality.

Fairhive Homes Limited

Fairfax House, 69 Buckingham Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 2NJ