Multi Trade Operative - Responsive Maintenance
We are looking for an experienced Multi Trade Operative to join our Construction and Maintenance team at HMS, part of Torus Group, covering the North West. This is a varied, hands-on role for a skilled tradesperson with a strong core trade and the ability to carry out additional trade works to a high standard.
If you are a highly skilled Vinyl Floor Layer with experience across domestic and commercial environments, fully competent in wet room installations, cap-and-cove detailing, hot-welded joints, and specialist safety flooring, this role could be ideal for you. You will join a team delivering high-quality, durable, and compliant finishes while supporting our "one job, one visit" approach and providing an excellent service to customers and clients.
What You Will Be Doing:
Deliver complex maintenance and construction works in your core trade, with competence in at least one additional trade (e.g., Joinery, Plumbing, Plastering, Tiling, or Vinyl Flooring)
Expert fitting of vinyl sheet flooring, including safety vinyl and specialist resilient products
Full wet room installations including cap-and-cove, internal/external mitres, step-downs, and drain detailing
Hot welding and cold welding to create hygienic, watertight, and seamless finishes
Skilled subfloor preparation, including latexing and smoothing compounds, to ensure durable, high-quality finishes
Carry out associated tasks such as plastering and painting to support efficient service delivery
Plan and organise work effectively to meet required outputs, priority response times, and performance targets
Work within scheduled appointment systems, liaising with customers and colleagues
Diagnose faults, undertake pre-measuring and determine repair requirements in line with contractual guidelines
Supervise and support apprentices or trainees when required




Use mobile and IT systems to receive instructions, complete work orders, and order materials
Accurately complete all documentation and system updates
Drive and maintain a company vehicle, stock, and equipment responsibly
Manage materials efficiently, minimising waste and delays
Comply fully with Health & Safety requirements and safe systems of work
Participate in training, development, and competency programmes
Work collaboratively with schedulers, planners, customer liaison officers, and contractors
Take part in an out-of-hours rota when required (additional payment applies)
What We Are Looking For:
City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in a core craft discipline (Electrical, Joinery, Plumbing, Plastering, Tiling, or Flooring)
Fully competent Vinyl Floor Layer with experience in wet room systems and specialist flooring (desirable but advantageous)
Time-served apprenticeship in your core trade
Valid CSCS card at the appropriate level
Full UK or EU driving licence
Proven experience in building maintenance and construction activities
Experience of working in a multi-trade environment
Strong customer service skills and a customer-focused approach
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Valuable communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Interview Process:
Candidates will be invited to in-person interviews at our Stonebridge office, which will include a competency-based interview. Interviews will take place at our HMS Stonebridge Office.
Additional Information:
Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks prior to a start date being agreed:
Right to work verification
2x Completed references
DBS check (if required for role)
Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C;'s
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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📌 Multi Trade Operative - Responsive Maintenance (Sydney)
🏢 Torus Group
📍 Sydney