Multi Trade Operative (Damp & Mould)

The Vacancy

Here at Wates, we have an opportunity for a Damp & Mould Specialist /Multi trade Operative to join our Living Space team in the Redditch area. As a Damp & Mould Operative you will be working on our responsive maintenance contracts for one of our existing social housing providers.

The primary focus of this role will be to focus on damp & mould build-up within the properties and take the appropriate measures to ensure re-occurrent issues are avoided.

Key Accountabilities will include:

• Undertaking repair/renewal works across several trades identifying the need for other trades to undertake the repair/renewal

• Advising Supervisor in a timely manner where other trades are required

• Working in partnership with other operatives to complete projects

• Completing daily work sheets detailing work undertaken and materials used after each job undertaken

• Working in a timely and productive manner to complete project

• Affording excellent customer service to client representatives

• At all times, work to Wates Health & Safety Professional Standards, including commitment to and understanding of the company’s safeguarding policy towards children and vulnerable adults

We are looking for a qualified Damp & Mould Operative who has experience gained from working in a similar industry and environment providing them with the skills to fulfil the above role requirements.

To be successful in the role you will be an excellent communicator with the ability to problem solve, multitask and work to tight deadlines.

Work for Wates

Wates Group is one of the largest, and most successful family-owned private construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. We are building a place to work where everyone belongs, by one small act of inclusion at a time. We celebrate difference and welcome diversity.

As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.

The Wates Group are committed to three ambitious environmental targets for 2025: Zero Waste, and Zero Carbon, from our operations and Positive Nature Enhancement. Wates are pushing to take a leading role in reducing our industry’s environmental impact.