FRA Multi Trade Operative

FRA Multi-Trade Operative

SO2: Starting salary 42912 rising in annual increments to 44235 per annum incl LW

About Us:

Located in the heart of South London Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength with more than 130 languages spoken making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation Londons largest LGBTQ community and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeths communities and residents through ourLambeth 2030 Plan Our Future Our Lambeth.

With exceptional schools lush green spaces including Brockwell Park cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomass Hospital Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

Please have a look at our dedicatedOne Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

About the Team:

Were looking for motivated individuals to join Community Works Lambeth Councils in-house Direct Labour Organisation (DLO). Our team delivers essential maintenance repairs and improvement projects that make a real difference in our local communities. If youre passionate about providing high-quality services take pride in your work and want to help keep Lambeths neighbourhoods safe and well-maintained wed love to hear from you.

About the Role:

We offer a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to join Lambeth Councils Community Works Direct Labor Organization (DLO) as a Multi Trade Operative carrying out Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) remedial repairs across our housing stock. As part of a multi-disciplined team you will deliver high-quality FRA-compliant repairs within set cost quality and safety parameters ensuring compliance with BM Trada specifications and best practice standards. Working closely with the FRA Supervisor Manager and Planners you will be responsible for completing multi-trade remedial works efficiently and to a right first time standard using handheld devices to manage and prioritize work orders. Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification in Carpentry with additional skills in at least one other trade discipline. This role requires professionalism flexibility and a strong focus on customer satisfaction. Successful candidates will also be required to complete BM Trada training an initial two-day course followed by approximately nine months of site-based addition to a competitive salary we offer a range of attractive employee benefits. Please note that Lambeth Council operates an anonymized application process; ensure your CV or personal statement does not include personal details and instead features your unique application number.

To be considered for interview your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:

• Work as part of a multi-disciplined team within the housing repairs function delivering high-quality cost-effective repairs and maintenance services.
• To carry out all types of FRA-compliant repairs and maintenance works both internally and externally.
• Carry out a wide range of internal and external repairs maintenance installations and remedial works to meet customer satisfaction.
• Ensure all works comply with health and safety legal and regulatory standards while maintaining best practice and quality.
• Plan and organize workloads efficiently making effective use of time materials transport and equipment to meet response targets.
• Use a PDA or other systems to receive instructions record work completed and manage materials effectively.
• Maintain vehicle stock levels to support first-fix completion and uphold vehicle care and safety standards.
• Communicate professionally with customers colleagues and supervisors taking ownership of each repair and ensuring clear updates.
• Build positive relationships with residents stakeholders and contractors to deliver excellent customer service.
• Participate in training and development to maintain skills and support flexible multi-trade working.
• Hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification in a core trade (Carpentry or Plumbing) with additional skills in at least one other trade (e.g. Drainage Groundwork Glazing Plastering Bricklaying and Painting.

For detailed qualifications and requirements please review the job description and person specification in the hyperlink below:

Job Description and person specification

Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at Information:

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Omar McDermott

How to Apply:

If youre interest in this opportunity click on the apply button and complete an online your supporting statement please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an A at shortlist stage.

We operate an anonymised application process so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Recruitment Timelines:

Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 11 January 2026.

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At Lambeth we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion a Living Wage Employer and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations please clickhere.

We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers