Groundworker – Multi Trader

Overview

Location: Bedford and surrounding areas. Salary from £30,000 per annum. This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in 7 days at 23:59 BST. Permanent, Full Time Monday to Saturday, rota based, 8am-8pm.Responsibilities

As a Groundworker – Multi Trader, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services in and around customer homes, including void properties. This multi-skilled role requires expertise across a range of ground working tasks such as:Drainage installation (ACO, French drains, soakaways)Concreting, bricklaying, pointingPaving, slabbing, tarmackingGullies, manholes, fencingYou will ensure that all work is completed to a high standard, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction, safety, and efficiency.Key Responsibilities

Deliver a professional, courteous, and empathetic service to customersComplete repairs with a high first-time fix rate and minimal downtimeMaintain van stock and source materials efficientlyAdhere to all health, safety, environmental, and quality (SHEQ) standardsParticipate in training, toolbox talks, and appraisalsCommunicate effectively with supervisors, schedulers, and colleaguesEnsure company property and equipment is maintained and fit for purposeSupport continuous improvement and contribute to team productivitySkills And Attributes

Strong commitment to customer serviceOrganised, self-motivated, and able to manage time effectivelyGood problem-solving and communication skillsAttention to detail and quality workmanshipBasic IT skills for job management systemsWillingness to learn and develop new skillsKnowledge And Experience

Broad trade and construction knowledgeAwareness of health and safety practicesFamiliarity with NHF schedule of ratesExperience working in occupied homesExperience working under time constraintsTraining in handling non-licensed asbestosQualifications

GCSEs or equivalentNVQ Level 2 or higher in a construction trade or ‘CandG 6219-07 Multi-skills’CSCS cardFirst Aid trainingFull clean driving licencePlease note that this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised deadline if enough applications are received. We encourage all interested candidates to apply promptly to avoid missing out.About Us

bpha is a Housing Association located in the Oxford to Cambridge arc, which is committed to providing its customers with high quality, value for money services whilst continuing to develop energy efficient, sustainable and affordable housing. We are a leading provider and developer of affordable homes – for rent, sheltered, residential care and shared ownership. We work together with communities – to improve opportunities, independence and quality of life for our residents, and to benefit the wider community. We bring people together, and run and support a wide range of community activities. All the money we make is used to invest in existing homes, to enable us to build new homes, and to deliver new and improved services. We own or manage over 19,500 homes and over 500 staff.Our vision and values

To build communities where people can live happily in a home they can afford. Our values underpin the work that we do and are ingrained in our culture at bpha. We are looking for people who can share these values and translate them into day-to-day practices for the benefit of our communities, customers and fellow colleagues. So that we can realise our vision, together.We are ambitiousWe are better togetherWe show empathyWe take responsibilityBenefits

We believe that benefits should be more than just perks. For us, they aren’t simply little extras added on at the end, they’re fundamental parts of what we stand for, from the very beginning. As standard. That’s why at bpha, we reward our employees by making sure we give them a supportive and caring environment, that empowers them to be happy, healthy and inspired, every day.Holiday entitlement of 28-33 days a year, plus public holidaysContributory pension schemeCompetitive payLife assurance coverPrivate healthcareMental Health First AidCounselling serviceEye testsDiscounted gym membershipCycle to Work schemeFree annual flu jabsWellbeing activities and eventsFree fruit and refreshmentsLong service awardAnnual staff recognition awardsDiscretionary reward schemeAnnual volunteering daySocial events, clubs and activitiesBreakout areasOnsite cafe/restaurant at headquartersOpportunities for professional training and qualificationsWorkshops and training sessions for new skillsA fresh and modern eLearning platformDocuments: Groundworker Role Profile - ..... full job details .....