published 18.09.25

Multiskilled Tradesperson

Location

Plymouth

Basis

Full Time
Plessey are seeking a practical and reliable Multi-Skilled Tradesperson to join our Construction & Maintenance Team. This role will support refurbishment projects and carry out day-to-day maintenance works across our facilities. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of trade skills, with strong experience in painting and decorating, and a flexible, hands-on approach to work.
Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out a wide range of general maintenance and refurbishment tasks across site.
  • Undertake painting and decorating works, including preparation, finishing, and snagging.
  • Support basic carpentry, plumbing, and building maintenance tasks where required.
  • Assist skilled trades during refurbishment and improvement projects.
  • Carry out repairs, replacements, and minor installations as needed.
  • Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
  • Report defects, materials required and completed works to line management.
  • Follow all health & safety procedures and site rules.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
  • Relevant qualifications or certifications across multiple trade disciplines.
  • General maintenance experience within facilities, industrial, commercial, or building environments.
  • Competent in carrying out multi-trade tasks including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, building, and decorating works.
  • Skilled in using hand and power tools with a strong understanding of technical drawings.
  • Strong knowledge of health & safety requirements, including safe isolation, LOTO, permit-to-work systems, and dynamic risk assessments.
  • Familiar with cleanroom protocols within semiconductor or high-tech environments.
  • Able to respond to maintenance calls and resolve issues quickly and safely by replacing parts, fittings, and components as required.
  • Proactive in identifying improvements and recommending upgrades to reduce downtime.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on mindset.
  • Able to manage a varied workload, working independently or as part of a team.
  • Effective communicator who can coordinate work around production schedules.
  • Reliable, punctual, professional, and customer-focused with a methodical, detail-oriented approach.

Benefits
  • Pension scheme 
  • Private medical & dental insurance 
  • 28 days’ holiday + bank holidays 
  • Free onsite meals 
  • Onsite gym 


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