Multi Skilled Operative

Company Overview

WMS Ltd is a well-established property maintenance and construction company operating across the South West. We are proud of our strong Health & Safety culture, customer-first approach, and continued investment in our people.

We are looking for an experienced Multi Skilled Tradesperson to join our team in Devon, delivering high-quality planned and reactive maintenance works across the South West.We’re looking for someone who can deliver a first class service across multiple projects safely, and efficiently, while maintaining excellent client relationships.

If you're committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and want to join a company with strong values, a positive culture, and excellent opportunities for development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the WMS team.

Role Overview

This roles will cover Plymouth, Torquay and Exeter, supporting local contracts and housing stock. However, as we operate across the wider South West region, there may be occasions where travel to other areas is required.

You will carry out a wide range of responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and refurbishment works within occupied and void social housing properties. The role requires competence across multiple trades, ensuring work is completed to a high standard, on time, and in line with Health & Safety and customer care standards.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a variety of trade tasks including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting & decorating, tiling etc
• Respond to day-to-day repair requests and emergency call-outs.
• Carry out void property works
• Communicate effectively with tenants, clearly explaining work, timescales, and any disruption.
• Deliver a polite, professional, and respectful service at all times.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, company policies, and H&S procedures.
• Use appropriate PPE and maintain safe working environments.
• Complete work right first time to minimise follow-up visits.
• Accurately record work details using handheld devices or job sheet systems.
• Maintain company vehicle, tools, and equipment in good order.
• Participate in out-of-hours service provision on a rota basis if required.

If you’re ready to make a difference through your skills and dedication, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Need

• Proven ability across multiple trades (ideally within social housing or domestic settings).
• NVQ Level 2/3 (or equivalent) in a core trade such as carpentry, plumbing, or plastering.
• Experience working in occupied properties with a strong customer care focus.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly wage
• Company van & fuel card - for business use only
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing after 5 & 10 years of service)
• Pension scheme*
• Cycle to work scheme*
• NHS top-up healthcare & company wellness scheme*
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Investors in People accredited employer

*Available after successful completion of probationary period.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Enhanced DBS check.

Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £16.50-£18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme

Experience:

• Construction: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person