Repairs & Maintenance Technician

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The Opportunity


Nigel Wright Group is delighted to be supporting a well-established, purpose-led housing and property organisation with the appointment of a Multi‑Skilled Repairs & Maintenance Technician.

This is an opportunity to join a values-driven organisation committed to delivering high-quality, safe and inclusive homes across the region. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving residential properties, ensuring an excellent service is delivered to tenants.


The Role


As a Multi‑Skilled Technician, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of day-to-day repairs and minor works across a regional housing portfolio.


Your responsibilities will include:


  • Carrying out repairs across multiple trades including:
  • Carpentry, plumbing, plastering, masonry and general maintenance
  • Conducting whole-house property inspections and diagnosing maintenance issues
  • Capturing stock condition data and preparing schedules of work for larger repairs
  • Supporting the delivery of maintenance services alongside senior surveying colleagues
  • Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
  • Engaging directly with tenants, delivering a customer-focused and respectful service
  • Completing risk assessments and working in line with all health and safety requirements


This is a varied, hands-on role where you will work independently while contributing to wider service delivery and continuous improvement.


About You


We are seeking a reliable and skilled professional with strong experience across multiple trades and a passion for delivering excellent customer service.


You will bring:


  • Practical experience in multi-trade repairs (carpentry, plumbing, plastering, etc.)
  • A strong understanding of:
  • Building regulations
  • Housing maintenance and building pathology
  • Experience carrying out property inspections and fault diagnosis
  • Good IT skills and confidence using mobile devices for reporting
  • Excellent communication and a tenant-first approach
  • Strong organisational and time management skills


Essential Requirements


  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in carpentry or plumbing, plus a second trade at Level 2
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a multi-skilled maintenance role
  • Full, clean UK driving licence
  • Willingness to travel across a regional patch


Why Join?


  • Competitive salary and bonus
  • Company van and tools provided
  • Opportunity to work within a purpose-led organisation making a real impact
  • Strong focus on inclusion, accessibility and customer care
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment


Apply Now


For a confidential discussion or to express your interest, please contact Nigel Wright Group or submit your CV today.


We are unable to provide visa sponsorship; only candidates with the legal right to work in the UK will be considered.

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Job Description:

The Opportunity

Nigel Wright Group is delighted to be supporting a well-established, purpose-led housing and property organisation with the appointment of a Multi‑Skilled Repairs & Maintenance Technician.

This is an opportunity to join a values-driven organisation committed to delivering high-quality, safe and inclusive homes across the region. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving residential properties, ensuring an excellent service is delivered to tenants.

The Role

As a Multi‑Skilled Technician, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of day-to-day repairs and minor works across a regional housing portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Carrying out repairs across multiple trades including:
  • Carpentry, plumbing, plastering, masonry and general maintenance
  • Conducting whole-house property inspections and diagnosing maintenance issues
  • Capturing stock condition data and preparing schedules of work for larger repairs
  • Supporting the delivery of maintenance services alongside senior surveying colleagues
  • Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard
  • Engaging directly with tenants, delivering a customer-focused and respectful service
  • Completing risk assessments and working in line with all health and safety requirements

This is a varied, hands-on role where you will work independently while contributing to wider service delivery and continuous improvement.

About You

We are seeking a reliable and skilled professional with strong experience across multiple trades and a passion for delivering excellent customer service.

You will bring:

  • Practical experience in multi-trade repairs (carpentry, plumbing, plastering, etc.)
  • A strong understanding of:
  • Building regulations
  • Housing maintenance and building pathology
  • Experience carrying out property inspections and fault diagnosis
  • Good IT skills and confidence using mobile devices for reporting
  • Excellent communication and a tenant-first approach
  • Strong organisational and time management skills

Essential Requirements

  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in carpentry or plumbing, plus a second trade at Level 2
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a multi-skilled maintenance role
  • Full, clean UK driving licence
  • Willingness to travel across a regional patch

Why Join?

  • Competitive salary and bonus
  • Company van and tools provided
  • Opportunity to work within a purpose-led organisation making a real impact
  • Strong focus on inclusion, accessibility and customer care
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment

Apply Now

For a confidential discussion or to express your interest, please contact Nigel Wright Group or submit your CV today.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship; only candidates with the legal right to work in the UK will be considered.

Posted: May 13th, 2026