Facilities and Environmental Services

3 months Contract with a Local Authority Umbrella - £18.14 - Umbrella Job Purpose As a Multi Trader , you will carry out responsive repairs and maintenance works across Rugby Borough Council's housing stock, with a primary focus on plumbing repairs and secondary carpentry works. You will work independently within occupied properties, delivering high-quality repairs and resolving issues on the first visit wherever possible. Key Duties/Accountabilities • Carry out domestic plumbing repairs and maintenance. • Diagnose and repair leaks. • Repair and replace taps, toilets, basins, baths, and sanitary ware. • Complete kitchen and bathroom plumbing repairs. • Undertake waste pipe and drainage-related repairs. • Carry out fault-finding and remedial plumbing works. • Complete associated carpentry and joinery repairs where required. • Deliver responsive repairs within occupied residential properties. • Complete repairs safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. • Maintain accurate job records using IT systems and handheld devices. • Communicate effectively with tenants and residents. • Ensure properties are left clean and safe following repairs. • Work independently and manage workloads efficiently. • Participate in the out-of-hours standby rota if required. Essential Experience Required • Strong domestic plumbing experience. • Experience carrying out: • Bathroom plumbing repairs • Kitchen plumbing repairs • Leak detection and repairs • Sanitary ware replacement and repairs • Waste pipe repairs • General plumbing fault finding • Carpentry experience as a secondary trade. • Experience working within social housing, property maintenance, repairs, or facilities services. • Experience working within occupied residential properties. • Ability to complete multiple repairs without requiring additional trades. • Good customer service and communication skills. • Basic IT skills. Essential Qualifications Required • Full UK Driving Licence. • Relevant trade experience in Plumbing and Multi-Trade Repairs. • Right to Work in the UK. Additional Information to Note • Working hours: 37 hours per week. • Monday to Friday. • Working hours: 08:00 – 16:00. • Location: Rugby Borough • Council. Basic DBS check. • Optional standby/on-call rota available. • Additional standby payment of £200 per week when participating in the on-call service. • Full UK Driving Licence essential. • Supplier Submission Deadline: 22nd October 2026. • In-house IT training provided where required. • Apply ASAP.