Who We Are and What We Do

Kinovo plc is a leading UK provider of specialist property services, offering electrical, mechanical, building repair and maintenance, as well as construction services. We operate through three long-established and complementary subsidiaries: Purdy Contracts Ltd, Dunham Ltd, and Spokemead Ltd. We lead in delivering safe and sustainable property solutions, protecting our customers, benefiting the environment, and enhancing communities and the lives of our employees.

Join Our Team and Make a Real Difference!

At Kinovo, we are passionate about raising living standards for people, families, and communities, ensuring safe and reliable homes. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, celebrating diversity and inclusion across our workforce. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we provide flexible recruitment and working practices, ensuring neurodivergent individuals have equal opportunities. We are a Living Wage Employer and have pledged our support to The Armed Forces Covenant.  

All vacancies are advertised internally, giving priority to our team members*. If you are looking for genuine career growth, want to be part of a successful, growing group and share our values and commitment, we want to hear from you!

Our Values

• Integrity: We lead with honesty and respectfulness - promising inclusivity, respect, humility, and candour.
• Innovation: We look to the future, continuously improving the present - daring to be different.
• Reliable: We are always there for our teammates, customers, and communities - making every day incredible.
• Reputable: We hold ourselves to the highest standards - caring about tomorrow.
• Successful: We work together to succeed - welcoming collaboration, determination, passion, and confidence.

 The Role

Employer: Purdy Contracts Ltd

Job title: Multi Trade Operative (Groundworks/Roofing Bias)

Location: Twickenham / Wandsworth

Working Times: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 plus overtime

Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 per annum, dependant on experience

Equipment provided: Company Van (Full, Clean UK Driving Licence essential), Fuel Card, Purchase Card, Uniform, Tablet

Our Expectations

• Responsive Maintenance and Void Contracts:You'll be working on properties that require prompt repairs (responsive maintenance) or those that are unoccupied (void properties), ensuring they are ready for new tenants.
• High Standard of Workmanship:Ensuring that the work carried out meets high-quality standards is a key part of the job.
• Timeliness and Productivity:Completing tasks efficiently and on schedule is important, as these services aim to keep properties in good condition without causing long delays.
• Customer Service:As you'll be working in homes or around tenants, providing friendly, professional, flexible and helpful service is crucial for maintaining good relationships with clients and residents.

Your Skills and Experience

Experience in working on planned maintenance and reactive emergency works within the Local Authority/Social Housing sector, in occupied homes and voids, is highly valuable in this role. 

Skilled in:

• Groundworks
• Roofing
• Carpentry
• Plumbing
• Tiling
• Plastering
• Painting and Decorating
• Minor brickworks
• General building skills

Package & Benefits

• Permanent Contracts
• Annual Appraisals and Pay Reviews
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• 32 days of paid annual leave
• Buy & Sell Holiday Scheme (up to 4 additional days)
• Share Incentive Plan
• Cycle to Work Green Bike Scheme
• CPD and sponsorship through professional qualifications
• Opportunities to participate in social value events/activities, helping enrich the lives of communities where we work

Wellbeing Support

• Annual Health Check for all Operatives
• Mental Health First Aiders across the Group
• Partnered with HSBC for Financial Wellbeing Seminars
• Partnered with Step-Change National Debt Charity for Advice and Support
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24-hour Confidential Helpline including access to the ‘Wisdom’ App for various discounts

If you’re ready to make a positive impact and grow with us, apply today and become part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a real difference!