Multi-Trade Operative

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status

Multi-Trade Operative – Drainage Engineer

Based in Hackney, London, E9 – Working across London

£40,248 - £42,367 per year

40 hours per week – Shifts to be worked from 8:00am to 16:30pm over a 6 day rolling rota

We have new and exciting opportunity for a Multi-Trade Operative t o join our dedicated and newly established Rapid Response team in London. Supporting essential maintenance across our properties, you will play a vital role in delivering timely, high‑quality drainage works including unblocking, CCTV surveying, repairs, replacements and emergency response. Working in a fast‑paced environment, you’ll use your drainage expertise to resolve issues quickly, keep customers informed, and help us continue providing homes people can rely on.

Within the role, you will be covering all aspects of drainage repairs to both void and tenanted properties. With a company van and tools included the roles will cover areas in and around London.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced role, enjoy hands‑on work, and want to make a meaningful impact every day, we’d love to hear from you.

The role of Multi-Trade Operative – Drainage Engineer will include:

• Attending occupied or void properties to carry out drainage repairs, fault fixing and maintenance duties
• Resolving problems or set into motion the means of resolution, ensuring customers are kept informed
• Maintaining a suitable van stock level and restocking these when needed
• Providing accurate and timely information on the progress of works that is easily understood by the customer

Skills and experiences:

• To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to or undertaking NVQ Level 2 in a core subject (carpentry, electrical. If Plumbing Level 3 is required, Unvented - G3 Certificate and Water Regulations (WRAS). As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted
• Working experience of analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions
• Skills in the following discipline – Drainage Engineering
• PC literate and able to use and update computerised systems (including PDA) for work scheduling
• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

About us

We provide in-house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not-for-profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture. Our customers are at the heart of all we do, and colleagues help make a real difference to people’s lives.

Our Benefits

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays

• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee recognition scheme
• Staff Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• £40,248 per annum (rising to £42,367 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

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Closing Date: 4 September 2026

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Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity