Requirements
plumbing
carpentry
nvq level 2
driving licence
job mgmt
customer service
Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
Multi-Skilled Plumbing Repairs Technician – Deliver high-quality plumbing and multi-trade repairs across our homes – Location: Chesham, High Wycombe + travel
We’re excited to offer a newly created full-time, permanent opportunity for a Multi-Skilled Plumbing Repairs Technician to join our expanding Direct Labour Operation (DLO). This mobile role covers our property portfolio across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire and surrounding counties.
You’ll carry out a variety of plumbing and general maintenance tasks to a high standard, aiming for first-time fixes. Multi-trade experience, including carpentry, kitchen, and bathroom fitting, is essential. You’ll represent SettleParadigm professionally in residents’ homes, ensuring a respectful and courteous approach.
- Familiarity with mobile job management systems
- City & Guilds Part 1 & 2, NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing and Carpentry or equivalent experience
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
- Sound understanding of health and safety practices
- Confidence in delivering first-time fixes and maintaining high standards
- Proven experience as a plumber with additional carpentry skills
- Experience in kitchen and bathroom fitting, door hanging, and woodwork repairs
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Full UK manual driving licence - if successful, you'll recive a fully insured van plus fuel card for business usage.
- Experience working in social housing / local authority.
- Experience mentoring apprentices or junior staff
Benefits
If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we’d love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we’re building a better future.
At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment.
- Life cover and income protection
- Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids’ cover)
- Peer-recognition rewards platform
- Funded training, qualifications & apprenticeships
- Car leasing via salary sacrifice (for permanent colleagues subject to conditions)
- 30+ qualified Mental Health First Aiders available to support
- annual salary: £39,968 + Excellent Benefits per annum
- Family-friendly leave: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options
- Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice
- Paid professional subscription (one per year)
- 3 paid volunteering days in the local communities
- Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging
Training + Development
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