Job Description

Repairs Specialist

Crawley (covering West Sussex and Hampshire)

Up to £36,250

If you’re an experienced Repairs Specialist who can turn their hand to a range of jobs and takes pride in their work we'd like to hear from you.

As a Repairs Specialist at Hyde, you’ll be working in our homes carrying out day‑to‑day repairs and maintenance and delivering exceptional customer service to our residents.

What you’ll be doing

• Carrying out multi‑trade repairs including carpentry, plumbing, plastering and general maintenance
• Fixing day‑to‑day issues such as doors, kitchens, bathrooms, leaks, walls and flooring
• Completing patch plastering, minor tiling, painting and similar finishing works
• Working on your own jobs but also alongside other trades when needed
• Following work orders and reporting back on progress and materials used
• Consistently working safely and following Hyde’s health and safety procedures
• Providing a professional, friendly service to customers in their homes

What we’re looking for

• Solid experience across multiple trades, especially carpentry, plumbing and plastering
• Confident using hand and power tools
• Able to work independently and manage your own workload
• A practical problem‑solver who can spot issues and fix them properly
• Good communication skills and a customer‑friendly attitude
• Physically fit and happy with hands‑on work
• Experience working in social housing is a bonus
• A full, valid UK driving licence

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, and general maintenance.
• Proficiency in using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of trade-specific techniques, materials, and safety protocols.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour.
• Experience working in social housing is desirable

Benefits

• A fantastic pension
• Life assurance
• Great holidays
• Van
• Uniform
• Fuel Card

You’ll be working for an organisation that values skilled trades and the role they play in keeping homes safe, comfortable and well maintained. We offer steady work, a supportive team, and the chance to build a long‑term career.

Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

Diversity and inclusion are integral to the Hyde Group; we strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is the norm and not an initiative. Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace which reflects our customer profile and where everyone is proud to be unique.

Hyde is a disability confident employer, and we are here to support you with any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process.

Successful candidate will undergo a basic DBS check