Adaptations Multi -Trade Operative

  • Sellick Partnership
  • Chesterfield, Derbyshire
  • Aug 01, 2025
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

Adaptations Multitrade Operative

Location - Wingerworth

Salary - 34,700 per annum plus 1000 Van allowance

Permanent position

Sellick Partnership Ltd are working alongside a well-established housing association to assist them with recruiting an Adaptations Multitrade Operative on a permanent basis

Key Accountability

  • To carry out all aspects of work required for properties tenanted with vulnerable adults and/or children with complex needs for the purpose of adaptations to existing facilities.
  • To be multi-trade proficient and able to undertake all works with the only exceptions being Gas and Electrical works. With minimal need for calling upon alternative trades to attend site.
  • To assist the wider repairs and maintenance teams as required.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • To provide support to vulnerable tenants and their wider family whilst work is conducted on the property. This will require going beyond what is considered standard methods of work due to the nature of the customer and their home environment.
  • To ensure any medical needs are considered whilst work is undertaken, and the schedule of work doesn't leave the tenant(s) without facilities.
  • To order plant and materials to arrive on site in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Responsible for co-ordinating the attendance of a Gas Plumber or Electrician if required as part of the works.
  • To co-ordinate contractors on site and be responsible for ensuring the standard of contractor workmanship is as we require and where issues are identified to challenge and ensure sub-standard work is rectified before leaving site.

Experience Required for the Adaptations Multitrade Operative

  • At least two years experience of working in a multi-trade role - skills will involve Plumbing, Plastering, Tiling and Joinery
  • Previous experience of working with vulnerable customers in similar environments
  • Previous experience of working with own initiative with minimal need for supervision
  • Previous experience of working at heights using ladders, scaffolding and in confined spaces and in a variety of work conditions.

Qualifications and Training

City & Guilds trade qualification or equivalent experience time served in a multi-trade role

Personal Qualities

  • Must have a full drivers license
  • Due to the customer base, it is necessary to have patience and understanding, with the ability to communicate with vulnerable customers

Special Role Requirements

  • To have flexibility to remain on site until work is at a sufficient point to provide support with vulnerable customers and families - this is not always an 8am - 4pm role as the needs of the customer must come first

If you feel like you have the relevant experience, please apply or contact Josh Meek at Sellick Partnership Ltd Derby office

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