Make a Difference Every Day
Are you looking to make a positive difference in people’s lives by delivering a responsive, respectful and transparent service that puts customers at the heart of everything you do?
Do you take pride in doing a quality job right the first time?
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and customer-focused Multi-Trade Operative to join our award-winning Repairs Team. In this role, no two days are the same. You’ll be trusted and empowered to use your expertise to deliver high-quality repairs and maintenance, ensuring our properties remain places that our customers are proud to call home.
About the Role
This is a fixed term position created to provide additional capacity during a period of increased demand. The successful candidate will help reduce reliance on external contractor, support the delivery of responsive repairs and void works and assist the team while long ter, service requirements are reviewed.
You’ll carry out a wide variety of repairs and maintenance work across our homes in the Bristol area. Tasks will include carpentry, plumbing, plastering, painting and decorating, tiling, and general building maintenance all completed to a high standard, safely and efficiently.
Your focus will be on delivering right-first-time repairs and providing a professional, respectful and transparent service. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organisation to provide a seamless, first-class responsive repairs service that meets the expectations of the Social Housing Consumer Standards ensuring our homes are safe, our customers are listened to, and our services continuously improve through feedback and collaboration.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who takes ownership of their work, communicates clearly, and works well both independently and as part of a team.
You’ll need to demonstrate:
Proven experience in multiple trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, decorating or similar)
A strong focus on quality, safety and customer service
The ability to diagnose and solve problems effectively
Excellent communication skills and a professional, respectful approach when working in customers’ homes
A full UK driving licence
Why Join Us
You’ll be joining a trusted, supportive and professional team that’s proud of its work and its reputation. We believe in empowering our people, listening to customers, and working together to deliver safe, high-quality homes and excellent service.
If you’re skilled, reliable, and customer-focused — and want to be part of a team that makes a real difference — we’d love to hear from you.
Job benefits
Competitive rates of pay
Company Van
Company IPAD (PDA)
On call payments
Equivalent to 30 days of paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to the equivalent of 33 after 5 years’ service (pro-rata)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Company Sick Pay – Linked to length of service
Comprehensive and flexible induction provided, with ongoing training and development opportunities
Care First Employee Assistance Programme (provides a range of free, confidential services) and in-house Mental Health First Aiders available
£200 refer a friend bonus
Free enhanced DBS Check
Plus all the below benefits too!
Interview Date: 10th August 2026
Established in 1941, Brunelcare is an award-winning Bristol based charity providing high-quality housing, care, and support for older people in the South West.
Today, across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, and Somerset, Brunelcare works to support people to remain as independent as possible, for as long as possible.
The extensive range of our services means that people can stay with us however their needs may change.
We are also widely recognised for our expertise and excellence in caring for people living with dementia, and for supporting their families.
As a charity, we do not pay dividends to shareholders, and any profit we make is reinvested back into the services we provide.
