Job Description

Senior Multi Skilled Operative
Permanent
Full-Time
32,597 to 34,434
Come and work for an award-winning organisation!


We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting what is good about our town.



We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve a healthy work/life balance.
Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a committed, professional, and friendly team.
About the role


Senior Multi Skilled Operative



Are you a skilled tradesperson ready to take your career to the next level? Join Cheltenham Borough Council's Housing Services as a Senior Multi Skilled Operative and become part of a team that's committed to delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance across our housing stock.

What You'll Be Doing:

Carrying out a wide range of multi-trade repairs in both occupied and unoccupied homes. Delivering high standards in carpentry, plumbing (non-gas), roofing, bricklaying, and general building works. Supporting junior tradespeople, trainees, and apprentices with guidance and training. Ensuring safe, efficient, and customer-focused service delivery. Using a PDA to manage tasks and communicate effectively with the team. Contributing to safeguarding and tailored services for vulnerable tenants.

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in multi-trade work. Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Confidence using digital tools (e.g., PDA). A proactive, professional attitude aligned with our organisational values: Own it, Think 'Nolan', Develop our learning, Think future.

Desirable Extras:

Experience in social housing. CSCS card holder. Willingness to work flexible hours and undertake further training.



Why Join Us?

At Cheltenham Borough Council, we're not just fixing homes--we're building futures. If you're ready to make a real impact in your community and grow your skills in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What can we do for you...


An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rata) rising to 31 days (pro rata) after five years (excluding Bank Holidays). A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours. A comprehensive programme of learning and development. Two days (pro rata) paid time off for volunteering. Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes. Access to free counselling services. Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will then have access to our Healthcare Cashback Plan. A cycle to work scheme. Low-cost town centre parking. A commitment to employee wellbeing. Applications


To apply for this position please click on "apply now" at the bottom of this page to complete an application form and supporting statement together with your CV. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Cheltenham Borough Council.
The council is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing date


Mon, 24 Nov 2025