Multi Trade Operative (floor layer/tiler)

The Vacancy

WPS are looking for a skilled and dependable Tiler/Floor Layer to join our team in the Skelmersdale area working on projects within a social housing environment for a key client. This is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports local communities.

🔍 Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out floor and wall tiling to a high standard across residential properties.
• Prepare surfaces and ensure correct materials and techniques are used.
• Collaborate with site managers and other trades to meet deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional working environment.
• Communicate respectfully with tenants and clients when required.

✅ Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 in Wall and Floor Tiling (or equivalent).
• Full UK Driving Licence – essential for travel between sites.
• Experience in social housing or similar environments is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

💼 What We Offer:

• Long-term, stable employment with a respected company.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• Supportive team culture and management.
• All necessary PPE and tools provided.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant’s criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Work for Wates

Wates is one of the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies.  Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment.

We are driven by our purpose, ‘reimagining places for people to thrive’ and our three promises:

• Thriving places – working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity.
• Thriving planet – protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners.
• Thriving people – creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care.

We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer.  We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.