About the Role
Sanctuary is looking for a skilled Multi-Trade Operative to join its in-house maintenance team. You’ll carry out responsive repairs in tenanted and void properties, focusing on general building tasks including plumbing, carpentry, and plaster patching. The position is primarily lone working, but team collaboration may be required.
You’ll be equipped with a company van and power tools and work across regions in South Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire, and Derbyshire.
Key Responsibilities
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Attend properties to complete building repairs, fault fixing, and maintenance
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Communicate clearly with tenants and provide timely progress updates
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Maintain van stock and restock materials when needed
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Deliver high-quality customer service
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Provide out-of-hours cover as part of a call-out rota
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Follow all relevant health and safety regulations and working practices
Essential Skills and Experience
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NVQ Level 2 (or actively studying) in a core trade (e.g., carpentry, electrical)
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For plumbing roles: Level 3 + Unvented (G3) Certificate and WRAS
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Experience in plumbing installations and general building repair
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Strong communication and customer care skills
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Organised and able to prioritise workload independently
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Able to present original qualification certificates at interview (copies and CSCS cards are not accepted)
About Sanctuary Property Services
Part of the wider Sanctuary Group, Sanctuary Property Services delivers responsive repairs and maintenance for thousands of homes across the UK. As a not-for-profit organisation, we value transparency, strong community relationships, and first-class service delivery.
Employee Benefits
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Salary increases to £36,185 after 12 months (based on satisfactory performance)
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25 days annual leave plus public holidays
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Pension scheme with employer contributions
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Life assurance
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Voluntary health plans and employee discounts
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Counselling and wellbeing support services
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Recognition programmes and staff networks
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Inclusive, values-driven work culture
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Sanctuary is a Disability Confident Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We offer adjustments throughout the recruitment process and promote an inclusive workplace where every colleague can thrive.
We actively encourage early applications and reserve the right to close the vacancy ahead of the listed deadline if volumes are high.
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