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Posted 12 August, 2026

Plasterer

Howells Recruitment
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Plasterer / Multi-Trader

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Location: Barnet (Covering Barnet, Camden, Wembley, Westminster, Harrow, Ealing, Hounslow & Hammersmith)

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Salary: £50,000 per annum + Company Van & Fuel Card

Overview\n

We are currently seeking an experienced Plasterer / Multi-Trader to join a well-established reactive maintenance team, carrying out repairs and maintenance works within occupied social housing properties across Barnet and the surrounding North West and West London areas.

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This is a mobile role covering Barnet, Camden, Wembley, Westminster, Harrow, Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith, so candidates must be comfortable travelling between properties throughout the working day.

Key Responsibilities\n
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  • Carrying out a range of plastering and reactive maintenance works within occupied residential properties.
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  • Completing patch plastering, skimming and making good following repairs.
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  • Repairing damaged walls and ceilings, including filling cracks, holes and damaged areas.
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  • Carrying out preparation work prior to plastering, including removing damaged materials and preparing surfaces.
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  • Completing minor rendering and external making-good works where required.
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  • Undertaking general multi-trade repairs including basic carpentry, tiling, painting and decorating.
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  • Diagnosing faults and identifying the most appropriate repair solution.
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  • Completing remedial works to a high standard and ensuring properties are left clean and tidy.
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  • Ensuring all work is completed safely, professionally and in line with company standards.
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  • Delivering excellent customer service while working within residents' homes.
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  • Managing your own workload and completing jobs within agreed timescales.
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  • Taking ownership of jobs from first visit through to completion.
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We're Looking For People Who:\n
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  • Take pride in delivering high-quality plastering and maintenance work.
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  • Have a strong eye for detail and a good standard of finish.
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  • Deliver excellent customer service at all times.
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  • Complete jobs right first time.
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  • Work professionally and safely.
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  • Communicate effectively with tenants and office-based teams.
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  • Are happy to carry out a range of general maintenance tasks alongside plastering.
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  • Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
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  • Respect company vehicles, materials and equipment.
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  • Represent the business professionally every day.
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Successful Applicants Will Be Expected To:\n
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  • Consistently achieve strong KPI performance, with a typical target of a minimum of 7 completed jobs per day.
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  • Maintain excellent quality inspection scores.
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  • Demonstrate outstanding reliability and timekeeping.
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  • Use PDA and mobile technology systems correctly.
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  • Work independently with minimal supervision.
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  • Take ownership and responsibility for all allocated jobs.
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  • Ensure all works are completed to a high standard and properties are left clean and tidy.
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Experience & Requirements\n

Applicants must have:

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  • Proven experience as a Plasterer / Multi-Trader within reactive maintenance or social housing.
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  • Strong plastering experience, including patch repairs and skimming.
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  • Experience working within occupied residential properties.
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  • Good general maintenance skills, ideally including basic carpentry, tiling and painting.
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  • Ability to carry out making-good works following repairs.
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  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
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  • Ability to work under pressure and manage workloads effectively.
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  • Full UK manual driving licence (no automatic vans available).
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What's On Offer\n
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  • £50,000 basic salary.
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  • Company van and fuel card.
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  • Permanent, full-time position.
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  • Consistent workload with long-term job security.
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  • Supportive and professional working environment.
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  • Opportunity to utilise a broad range of plastering and maintenance skills.
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  • Required to work one Saturday or one Sunday per month, paid at standard rate in addition to basic salary.
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If you're interested in this opportunity or would like to find out more, please contact Sommer on .