Recruitment Consultant - Property Maintenance & Trades

  • Reed Specialist Recruitment
  • Southampton, Hampshire
  • Jan 30, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Recruitment Consultant - Property Maintenance & Trades

We're looking for a driven Recruitment Consultant to specialise in temporary placements for skilled trades and maintenance professionals. Take ownership of a dynamic desk covering the South and South-East - from Weymouth to Brighton and up to Oxford.

You'll recruit for roles such as electricians, plumbers, carpenters, multitraders, building services engineers, gas engineers, HVAC specialists, maintenance technicians, and estates/facilities managers. Your clients will include social housing providers, local authorities, universities, colleges, blue-light services, and leading maintenance contractors.

This is a fast-paced, varied role where no two days are the same - perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships and delivering results.

Why This Role?

  • Huge Market Potential: An area that is strongly mapped out providing huge growth opportunity. You'll have access to clients, which enables a solid foundation to build upon and ensure a steady stream of business opportunities.

  • High Earning Capabilities: This desk offers substantial financial rewards, perfect for an experienced recruiter looking to maximise their earnings!

  • Live Roles to Work: Hit the ground running with live roles ready to be filled, offering immediate opportunities for success.

What you'll be doing

  • Full Recruitment Cycle: Manage everything from winning new business and sourcing candidates to interviews, offers, and closing deals.

  • Finding Talent: Use a variety of resources to attract and register candidates, interview them, and match them to the right roles quickly.

  • Building Relationships: Create strong connections with clients and candidates, provide great service, and grow your network to generate new opportunities.

  • Teamwork: Collaborate with colleagues to share success and contribute to a supportive, high-performing team.

What Awaits You?

  • Big Wins: Annual prizes - cars, holidays, cash bundles via our exciting Golden Ticket Event!

  • Progression: Clear frameworks for promotions and salary increases. Structured training and opportunities to progress into management.

  • Wellbeing, Perks & Extras: 24/7 assistance, wellbeing resources, free eye tests, discounts platform, personal development fund, enhanced maternity leave, EV & cycle to work schemes, season ticket loan, health cash plan, and life assurance

Apply today and start your journey with us!