Multi Skilled Operative

Coastline House, Redruth

Circa £30,000 per annum

37

10 Aug 2026

Please note we may opt to close this vacancy earlier if we have a large response to the advert, so we would encourage you to get any application in as swiftly as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note, if we have asked for a cover letter and you have not submitted one, your application will be automatically rejected and you will not be shortlisted. Closing date: 10 August 2026 Anticipated interview date: 17 August 2026 Copy and paste this URL to view the Role Profile. https://www.coastlinehousing.co.uk/documents/566/SERV33._Multi_Skilled_Operative_-_RMP.pdf

About Coastline

Coastline Housing is a charitable social landlord serving Cornwall. Winners in the Third Sector category at the Cornwall Business Awards and one of the fastest growing landlords in the country, we are proud to be a key provider of housing and support in Cornwall. That includes social housing for thousands of people across Cornwall, plus shared ownership and rent to buy homes to help people get a home of their own. Our Extra Care scheme in Redruth houses many older people, and our services for anyone experiencing homelessness help hundreds each year who are rough sleeping. Accredited with Investors in People Gold, Investors in Volunteers, a Menopause Workplace Pledge and Disability Confident Leader, we are a proven, people-focused employer, putting customers and colleagues at the heart of what we do. Please notify our recruitment team if you would like: • Help accessing the job information; • Need the application details in a different format; • Require any adjustments to the application process to support any disabilities or different needs you may have If we have advertised for a full-time position but your preference is to work part-time or flexibly, please do give us a call so we can discuss these options with you. While some roles do require a full-time postholder, wherever we can accommodate a flexible way of working we will do so for the right candidate. It is more important to us that we have the right people in our organisation, rather than just people who can work full-time.

About the job

Working with a fantastic team of other operatives, you'll carry out all activities associated with internal and external maintenance and refurbishment on our range of Coastline properties. You will also be responsible for the care and condition of Company vehicles, plant and equipment. The successful applicant for this role will have a sound level of education and ideally hold a relevant trade qualification, and also hold a CSCS card (required to obtain once in role if not previously held). We are also looking for someone who has general building experience, working within a customer-focused environment and within a team. A good understanding of health and safety at work would be advantageous. This role requires a full driving licence and is subject to a basic DBS check. Coastline offer a generous benefits package, a welcoming work environment and a culture that we are proud of. Females are currently under‑represented in some of our Service Repairs teams and we are committed to improving gender balance across the organisation. We are taking positive action to support this, and will guarantee the offer of an interview to candidates who identify as female and meet the essential requirements of the vacancy. To apply for this role please click on the button below and submit a CV and covering letter on the links provided. Please use the covering letter as an opportunity to show us how you meet the competencies and skills required for this role and anything you think highlights how you are a good fit for Coastline.

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