Multi-Skilled Operative

Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end-to-end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well-maintained.

We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy-efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.

Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we grow, so do the opportunities – for our people, our clients, and the communities we support.

Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward-thinking maintenance and retrofit providers. Do you want to be part of something great?

We are recruiting Multi-Skilled Operative to work in our reactive maintenance team based in the Motherwell area.

This role is ideal for someone with a broad range of skills with the ability to work on a variety of tasks across both internal and external areas. If you have a wide range of skills and enjoy working on different tasks around the property, this could be the perfect role for you, typically handling a range of repair and maintenance tasks to prepare properties for new tenants.

• General property repairs and refurbishment
• Carry out Planned and Reactive maintenance
• Fitting doors, frames, and locks
• Installing kitchens and cabinets
• Repairing or replacing flooring (timber/laminate)
• Stud walls and partitions
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations
• Work independently or as part of a maintenance team
• Provide good customer service to tenants or clients

• Proven experience in at least two or more trades (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, plastering)
• Experience working in reactive and planned maintenance, voids, responsive repairs, or social housing environments.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Basic IT literacy for job logging systems.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in a core trade (Carpentry, Plumbing, etc.).

Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

We collaborate, support one another, and achieve more together.

We act with honesty, fairness, and transparency in everything we do.

We set high standards and deliver quality for our people and our customers.

We value every individual and create a space where all voices are heard.

We ensure fair opportunities, embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, and foster a culture where everyone truly belongs. Join us on our ambitious, exciting, and inclusive journey.