I am currently looking for a Multi-Trade Operative to work in a local University. The responsibility of the Multi-Trade Operative will be general maintenance in the University buildings and student accommodations.
The skills the Multi-Trade Operative needs are as follows:
Can complete general multi-trade duties;
Good communication skills.
The Multi-Trade Operative can expect:
Weekly pay
Ongoing temporary work
Van supplied
£22 per hour
If you are interested in the Multi-Trade Operative role, apply below or send your CV to (url removed)
Feb 03, 2023
Contract
I am currently looking for a Multi-Trade Operative to work in a local University. The responsibility of the Multi-Trade Operative will be general maintenance in the University buildings and student accommodations.
The skills the Multi-Trade Operative needs are as follows:
Can complete general multi-trade duties;
Good communication skills.
The Multi-Trade Operative can expect:
Weekly pay
Ongoing temporary work
Van supplied
£22 per hour
If you are interested in the Multi-Trade Operative role, apply below or send your CV to (url removed)
Construction Jobs
Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire
Factory Supervisor - Driffield
12 months FTC
Salary £33,000 plus benefits
33 days holiday
Auto enrolment pension
Possible overtime
Working hours - 16.30 - 02.30am (Nights)
Do you want to work for a company which values their employees, where you are more than just a number?
Do you want to work in a rapidly growing sector with massive scope for the future and which is sustainable?
Are you ambitious and want the opportunity to grow within a business, where you are supported to maximise your ambitions?
Do you want to be involved in something from the early days a make a real difference to the future of the UK Construction Market and be part of the solution?
If the answer to any of those is YES, then please give me a call as this opportunity is exceptional.
My client, a leading supplier of modular buildings throughout the UK. A growing company, with a national and international presence they are looking to add to their ever growing team.
They are committed to developing new buildings that are higher quality, delivered faster with lower costs whilst being kind to the environment. Outstanding product quality is an essential part of what makes their off-site manufacturing process a unique selling point for the business.
This is a challenging but rewarding role considering the complexity of operating across the manufacturing and traditional construction sectors.
Main Responsibilities
To execute the daily production plan
Engage with operatives to ensure they understand work requirements involved in completing their tasks and clarify where required. This includes technical, quality, and task duration aspects of the job.
Monitor operative's performance in terms of speed and quality of works and provide feedback / instruct operatives where required. This includes hourly / short-interval-control checks.
Lead staff in the quest of achieving operational efficiency targets.
Update performance white boards as required.
Weekly & Monthly documenting and reporting overtime worked to HQ and reporting total hours including holiday, sickness & overtime for payroll.
Manage absence that includes conducting 'return to work' interviews.
Manage disciplinary and performance issues.
Identifying resourcing requirements and following relevant processes to ensure recruitment needs meet. This will include completing requisitions, short listing candidates, interviewing and providing feedback. Responsible for all aspects of Health & Safety within the yard including: training, PPE, plant & machinery (tools/ladders etc), incident reporting and adherence to Company Policy at all times
Experience & Skills
Personal Characteristics:
Good attitude towards quality and efficiency of works.
Clear and effective communicator
Demonstrable skills in leading and motivating others
Ability to effectively manage multiple, changing priorities in a fast paced environment to ensure targets are met
Proven ability to make independent decisions and work as part of a team
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Skilled to create a team working culture
Welcomes and embraces change
A passion for operational efficiency and completing tasks in the most efficient manner
A desire to create the safest, most cost effective work environment coupled with the commitment to exceed customer expectations Work Experience:
Highly capable / knowledgeable in their trade and delivering works.
Experienced in leading a team / being accountable for a team's performance.
Basic understanding and acceptance of Health & Safety rules.
Good mix of general maintenance skills.
Competent in the use of basic hand/power tools.
Certificates in MPBA or ECA
To have completed IOSH Working Safely and SSSTS training
At Venatu Recruitment Group, your right to privacy is important to us. By applying for this job, your information will be entered into our recruitment system. This will enable you to register for job alerts, apply for jobs and for us to help you find your next role. To read our full privacy policy please follow the link:
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Sep 28, 2020
Permanent
Factory Supervisor - Driffield
12 months FTC
Salary £33,000 plus benefits
33 days holiday
Auto enrolment pension
Possible overtime
Working hours - 16.30 - 02.30am (Nights)
Do you want to work for a company which values their employees, where you are more than just a number?
Do you want to work in a rapidly growing sector with massive scope for the future and which is sustainable?
Are you ambitious and want the opportunity to grow within a business, where you are supported to maximise your ambitions?
Do you want to be involved in something from the early days a make a real difference to the future of the UK Construction Market and be part of the solution?
If the answer to any of those is YES, then please give me a call as this opportunity is exceptional.
My client, a leading supplier of modular buildings throughout the UK. A growing company, with a national and international presence they are looking to add to their ever growing team.
They are committed to developing new buildings that are higher quality, delivered faster with lower costs whilst being kind to the environment. Outstanding product quality is an essential part of what makes their off-site manufacturing process a unique selling point for the business.
This is a challenging but rewarding role considering the complexity of operating across the manufacturing and traditional construction sectors.
Main Responsibilities
To execute the daily production plan
Engage with operatives to ensure they understand work requirements involved in completing their tasks and clarify where required. This includes technical, quality, and task duration aspects of the job.
Monitor operative's performance in terms of speed and quality of works and provide feedback / instruct operatives where required. This includes hourly / short-interval-control checks.
Lead staff in the quest of achieving operational efficiency targets.
Update performance white boards as required.
Weekly & Monthly documenting and reporting overtime worked to HQ and reporting total hours including holiday, sickness & overtime for payroll.
Manage absence that includes conducting 'return to work' interviews.
Manage disciplinary and performance issues.
Identifying resourcing requirements and following relevant processes to ensure recruitment needs meet. This will include completing requisitions, short listing candidates, interviewing and providing feedback. Responsible for all aspects of Health & Safety within the yard including: training, PPE, plant & machinery (tools/ladders etc), incident reporting and adherence to Company Policy at all times
Experience & Skills
Personal Characteristics:
Good attitude towards quality and efficiency of works.
Clear and effective communicator
Demonstrable skills in leading and motivating others
Ability to effectively manage multiple, changing priorities in a fast paced environment to ensure targets are met
Proven ability to make independent decisions and work as part of a team
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Skilled to create a team working culture
Welcomes and embraces change
A passion for operational efficiency and completing tasks in the most efficient manner
A desire to create the safest, most cost effective work environment coupled with the commitment to exceed customer expectations Work Experience:
Highly capable / knowledgeable in their trade and delivering works.
Experienced in leading a team / being accountable for a team's performance.
Basic understanding and acceptance of Health & Safety rules.
Good mix of general maintenance skills.
Competent in the use of basic hand/power tools.
Certificates in MPBA or ECA
To have completed IOSH Working Safely and SSSTS training
At Venatu Recruitment Group, your right to privacy is important to us. By applying for this job, your information will be entered into our recruitment system. This will enable you to register for job alerts, apply for jobs and for us to help you find your next role. To read our full privacy policy please follow the link:
#MMC #Offsite Construction #Modular #Education #Construction
Maintenance Operative (Plumber- Gas)
South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA) is an award winning not-for-profit organisation passionate about housing and supporting people to LiveWell, Settle at home and realise their potential.A Sunday Times Best 100 Not for Profit organisation to work for and IiP Gold standard, we are a forward thinking, innovative and ambitious organisation. We currently own and manage over 6000 properties, support over 1600 vulnerable customers in care and supported housing projects and employ over 600 people.
We wish to appoint an experienced Gas Trained Plumber to our Home Maintenance Team, which is a team of trade professionals that provide responsive and planned repair work for our customers.
The job will entail working alone or as part of a small team carrying out repairs and maintenance in the homes of our customers and buildings owned or maintained by SYHA. You will be part of a reactive maintenance team delivering a responsive repairs service to our customers and stakeholders while working to achieve high standards of workmanship and excellent customer care at all times.
We are looking for a highly motivated person, who is customer focused and who possesses the right skills and attitude. If you can answer yes to the following questions we would like to meet you.
Have you got a can do attitude?
Do you enjoy a challenge?
Are you friendly, approachable and professional?
Do you have excellent customer service skills?
Are you a well organised team player?
Can you work to deadlines?
Do you have the ability to multi-skill in one or more trade areas?
Some of SYHA’s benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement – 27 days annual leave, statutory bank holidays, plus an additional 4 SYHA days
* Flexible working options including Flexi Time, Condensed Hours, Part Time
* Excellent training including free annual training and ongoing professional development
* Excellent benefits including SYHA Rewards - employee discount scheme, which offers cash back and shopping discounts
* Westfield Health (employer paid)
For the purposes of the Rehabilitation of Offenders this role is an excluded job (LiveWell roles).
Starting Salary: Starting salary of £28,770 plus generous holiday entitlement and benefits. A multi-skilling bonus of £1105 per annum may be payable to persons who can demonstrate that they have trade skills outside of their job description.
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 17th August 2020, 12 midnight
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Aug 03, 2020
Permanent
Maintenance Operative (Plumber- Gas)
South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA) is an award winning not-for-profit organisation passionate about housing and supporting people to LiveWell, Settle at home and realise their potential.A Sunday Times Best 100 Not for Profit organisation to work for and IiP Gold standard, we are a forward thinking, innovative and ambitious organisation. We currently own and manage over 6000 properties, support over 1600 vulnerable customers in care and supported housing projects and employ over 600 people.
We wish to appoint an experienced Gas Trained Plumber to our Home Maintenance Team, which is a team of trade professionals that provide responsive and planned repair work for our customers.
The job will entail working alone or as part of a small team carrying out repairs and maintenance in the homes of our customers and buildings owned or maintained by SYHA. You will be part of a reactive maintenance team delivering a responsive repairs service to our customers and stakeholders while working to achieve high standards of workmanship and excellent customer care at all times.
We are looking for a highly motivated person, who is customer focused and who possesses the right skills and attitude. If you can answer yes to the following questions we would like to meet you.
Have you got a can do attitude?
Do you enjoy a challenge?
Are you friendly, approachable and professional?
Do you have excellent customer service skills?
Are you a well organised team player?
Can you work to deadlines?
Do you have the ability to multi-skill in one or more trade areas?
Some of SYHA’s benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement – 27 days annual leave, statutory bank holidays, plus an additional 4 SYHA days
* Flexible working options including Flexi Time, Condensed Hours, Part Time
* Excellent training including free annual training and ongoing professional development
* Excellent benefits including SYHA Rewards - employee discount scheme, which offers cash back and shopping discounts
* Westfield Health (employer paid)
For the purposes of the Rehabilitation of Offenders this role is an excluded job (LiveWell roles).
Starting Salary: Starting salary of £28,770 plus generous holiday entitlement and benefits. A multi-skilling bonus of £1105 per annum may be payable to persons who can demonstrate that they have trade skills outside of their job description.
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 17th August 2020, 12 midnight
Interview Date: To be confirmed
South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA) is an award winning not-for-profit organisation passionate about housing and supporting people to LiveWell, Settle at home and realise their potential.A Sunday Times Best 100 Not for Profit organisation to work for and IiP Gold standard, we are a forward thinking, innovative and ambitious organisation. We currently own and manage over 6000 properties, support over 1600 vulnerable customers in care and supported housing projects and employ over 600 people.
We wish to appoint an experienced Joiner to our Home Maintenance Team, which is a team of trade professionals that provides responsive and planned repair work for our customers.
The job will entail working alone or as part of a small team carrying out repairs and maintenance in the homes of our customers and buildings owned or maintained by SYHA. You will be part of a reactive maintenance team delivering a responsive repairs service to our customers and stakeholders. You will deliver high standards of workmanship and excellent customer care at all times while working to tight deadlines. This is a role working in an exciting, fast paced environment that is frequently subject to change.
We are looking for a highly motivated person, who is customer focused and who possesses the right skills and attitude. If you can answer yes to the following questions we would like to meet you.
Have you got a can do attitude?
Do you enjoy a challenge?
Are you friendly, approachable and professional?
Do you have excellent customer service skills?
Are you a well organised team player?
Can you work to deadlines?
Do you have the ability to multi-skill in one or more trade
areas?
Some of SYHA’s benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement – 27 days annual leave, statutory bank holidays, plus an additional 4 SYHA days
* Flexible working options including Flexi Time, Condensed Hours, Part Time
* Excellent training including free annual training and ongoing professional development.
* Excellent benefits including SYHA Rewards - employee discount scheme, which offers cash back and shopping discounts
* Westfield Health (employer paid)
For the purposes of the Rehabilitation of Offenders this role is an excluded job (LiveWell roles).
Starting Salary: Starting salary of £25,312 plus generous holiday entitlement and benefits. A multi-skilling bonus of £1105 per annum may be payable to persons who can demonstrate that they have trade skills outside of their job description. Call Out payments for working the out of hours service are paid on a rota basis.
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
To Apply: In the supporting information section of the application form, please state how you feel you may meet the criteria of the Person specification / Job Description – Please refer to the Guidance notes
Closing Date: Midnight 5th August 2020
Interview Date: 18th August 2020
Jul 14, 2020
Permanent
South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA) is an award winning not-for-profit organisation passionate about housing and supporting people to LiveWell, Settle at home and realise their potential.A Sunday Times Best 100 Not for Profit organisation to work for and IiP Gold standard, we are a forward thinking, innovative and ambitious organisation. We currently own and manage over 6000 properties, support over 1600 vulnerable customers in care and supported housing projects and employ over 600 people.
We wish to appoint an experienced Joiner to our Home Maintenance Team, which is a team of trade professionals that provides responsive and planned repair work for our customers.
The job will entail working alone or as part of a small team carrying out repairs and maintenance in the homes of our customers and buildings owned or maintained by SYHA. You will be part of a reactive maintenance team delivering a responsive repairs service to our customers and stakeholders. You will deliver high standards of workmanship and excellent customer care at all times while working to tight deadlines. This is a role working in an exciting, fast paced environment that is frequently subject to change.
We are looking for a highly motivated person, who is customer focused and who possesses the right skills and attitude. If you can answer yes to the following questions we would like to meet you.
Have you got a can do attitude?
Do you enjoy a challenge?
Are you friendly, approachable and professional?
Do you have excellent customer service skills?
Are you a well organised team player?
Can you work to deadlines?
Do you have the ability to multi-skill in one or more trade
areas?
Some of SYHA’s benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement – 27 days annual leave, statutory bank holidays, plus an additional 4 SYHA days
* Flexible working options including Flexi Time, Condensed Hours, Part Time
* Excellent training including free annual training and ongoing professional development.
* Excellent benefits including SYHA Rewards - employee discount scheme, which offers cash back and shopping discounts
* Westfield Health (employer paid)
For the purposes of the Rehabilitation of Offenders this role is an excluded job (LiveWell roles).
Starting Salary: Starting salary of £25,312 plus generous holiday entitlement and benefits. A multi-skilling bonus of £1105 per annum may be payable to persons who can demonstrate that they have trade skills outside of their job description. Call Out payments for working the out of hours service are paid on a rota basis.
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
To Apply: In the supporting information section of the application form, please state how you feel you may meet the criteria of the Person specification / Job Description – Please refer to the Guidance notes
Closing Date: Midnight 5th August 2020
Interview Date: 18th August 2020
South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA) is an award winning not-for-profit organisation passionate about housing and supporting people to LiveWell, Settle at home and realise their potential.A Sunday Times Best 100 Not for Profit organisation to work for and IiP Gold standard, we are a forward thinking, innovative and ambitious organisation. We currently own and manage over 6000 properties, support over 1600 vulnerable customers in care and supported housing projects and employ over 600 people.
We wish to appoint an experienced Kitchen Fitter to our Home Maintenance Team, which is a team of trade professionals that provides responsive and planned repair work for our customers.
The job will entail working with the Planned Works Team carrying out our planned works improvement programme in the homes of our customers and buildings owned or maintained by SYHA.
You will be part of a small team delivering the Planned Works programme to our customers and stakeholders. You will achieve high standards and deliver excellent customer care at all times while working to tight deadlines.This is a role working in an exciting, fast paced environment that is frequently subject to change.
We are looking for a highly motivated person, who is customer focused and who possesses the right skills and attitude. If you can answer yes to the following questions we would like to meet you.
Have you got a can do attitude?
Do you enjoy a challenge?
Are you friendly, approachable and professional?
Do you have excellent customer service skills?
Are you a well organised team player?
Can you work to deadlines?
Do you have the ability to multi-skill in one or more trade areas?
Some of SYHA’s benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement – 27 days annual leave, statutory bank holidays, plus an additional 4 SYHA days
* Flexible working options including Flexi Time, Condensed Hours, Part Time
* Excellent benefits including SYHA Rewards - employee discount scheme, which offers cash back and shopping discounts
* Westfield Health (employer paid)
For the purposes of the Rehabilitation of Offenders this role is an excluded job (LiveWell roles).
Starting Salary: Starting salary of £25,312 plus generous holiday entitlement and benefits. A multi-skilling bonus of £1105 per annum may be payable to persons who can demonstrate that they have trade skills outside of their job description.
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
To Apply: In the supporting information section of the application form, please state how you feel you may meet the criteria of the Person specification / Job Description – Please refer to the Guidance notes
Closing Date: Midnight 3rd August 2020
Interview Date: 12th August 2020
Jul 14, 2020
Permanent
South Yorkshire Housing Association (SYHA) is an award winning not-for-profit organisation passionate about housing and supporting people to LiveWell, Settle at home and realise their potential.A Sunday Times Best 100 Not for Profit organisation to work for and IiP Gold standard, we are a forward thinking, innovative and ambitious organisation. We currently own and manage over 6000 properties, support over 1600 vulnerable customers in care and supported housing projects and employ over 600 people.
We wish to appoint an experienced Kitchen Fitter to our Home Maintenance Team, which is a team of trade professionals that provides responsive and planned repair work for our customers.
The job will entail working with the Planned Works Team carrying out our planned works improvement programme in the homes of our customers and buildings owned or maintained by SYHA.
You will be part of a small team delivering the Planned Works programme to our customers and stakeholders. You will achieve high standards and deliver excellent customer care at all times while working to tight deadlines.This is a role working in an exciting, fast paced environment that is frequently subject to change.
We are looking for a highly motivated person, who is customer focused and who possesses the right skills and attitude. If you can answer yes to the following questions we would like to meet you.
Have you got a can do attitude?
Do you enjoy a challenge?
Are you friendly, approachable and professional?
Do you have excellent customer service skills?
Are you a well organised team player?
Can you work to deadlines?
Do you have the ability to multi-skill in one or more trade areas?
Some of SYHA’s benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement – 27 days annual leave, statutory bank holidays, plus an additional 4 SYHA days
* Flexible working options including Flexi Time, Condensed Hours, Part Time
* Excellent benefits including SYHA Rewards - employee discount scheme, which offers cash back and shopping discounts
* Westfield Health (employer paid)
For the purposes of the Rehabilitation of Offenders this role is an excluded job (LiveWell roles).
Starting Salary: Starting salary of £25,312 plus generous holiday entitlement and benefits. A multi-skilling bonus of £1105 per annum may be payable to persons who can demonstrate that they have trade skills outside of their job description.
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
To Apply: In the supporting information section of the application form, please state how you feel you may meet the criteria of the Person specification / Job Description – Please refer to the Guidance notes
Closing Date: Midnight 3rd August 2020
Interview Date: 12th August 2020
Maintenance Operative/Caretaker
Location: Covering 10 offices based in Scotland between the Isle of Skye and Dumfries.
Duration: 3 months initially (with a strong potential to go on for longer)
Pay rate: £8-£9p/h
Company work van provided, fuel expensed, driving licence is essential as there will be extensive travel involved with the position
Overview of Role / Role Purpose
The purpose of the role is to provide efficient and effective caretaking support to the company portfolio. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring the security and general appearance of the buildings and surrounding areas are maintained in accordance with the required standards.
The incumbent will be expected to observe safe working practices in carrying out the required duties and ensure that instructions specified by technical consultants, contractors and manufacturers are adhered to.
Core Responsibilities
*To assist the Facilities Coordinators and wider facilities team in ensuring offices are operational, safe, fit for purpose and comfortable for staff and visitors
*Resolve maintenance issues efficiently and safely
*Effectively manage time and be highly organised in repair schedules
*Maintain the security and fabric of the portfolio and its contents
*Painting and Decorating - as required
*Joinery- First line maintenance of fixtures and fittings, examples: tightening screws on window hinges, maintenance on doors, minor repairs as a temporary measure after break-ins, vandalism etc
*Plumbing- un-blocking sinks, traps and waste pipes. Adjustment and re-washering of taps, isolation, and repair where possible, of leaking pipes, temperature readings and flushing regimes where required
*Internal Glazing - Remedial action after break-ins, for example boarding up of broken windows
*Clean light fittings, replacing where necessary minor parts such as tubes, bulbs, fuses starters and diffusers, in accordance with safe working practices and identify where energy efficient replacements can be utilised
*Clear blockages, remove foreign matter from sinks, toilets, drains, kitchen grease traps etc. and make safe area as required
*Floor covering maintenance as required
*Ensure that gullies, drains etc. are kept free from debris and that grounds are litter free if required
*Report emergencies in the case of faults with gas, electric and water supply to line and senior facilities management, or where not immediately available technical services or regular contractors, and report minor faults on site to the Facilities Coordinator for the site (where appropriate)
*Proactively inspect fabric and assets resolving/escalating issues where required
*Test/inspect equipment where required (security systems, portable appliances etc)
*Dispose of waste materials in a safe, hygienic manner ensuring that it is available for collection as required
*Undertake porterage tasks as required including setting up and clearing away furniture
*Some grounds maintenance if required
*Proactively look for improvements, propose to management and implement where approved & instructed
*Attend to, where necessary, personnel visiting the site such as contractors
*Adhere to and enforce security guidelines & permit system, training and inducting contractors where required (hot works, manual handling, working at height)
*Comply with the requirements of Health and Safety, other relevant legislation and company policies
*Ensure that all areas of work are cordoned off and that any hazards which cannot be immediately rectified are suitably signed and cordoned
*Proactively check hazards and resolve/escalate as required
*Carry out weekly fire alarm tests if and assist with evacuation procedures if required
*Ad-hoc tasks as requested by the Facilities Management team
Key Skills and Experience
*Ability to communicate effectively, both internally and externally
*IT literate
*Pro-active can do attitude
*Self-motivated
*Ability to multi task, work under own initiative and remain customer focused whilst under pressure
*Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines
*Flexible approach to responsibilities and remit in a changing environment
*High level of professionalism, trust and integrity
*Basic knowledge of H&S regulations and requirements
*Professional presentation and telephone manner
*Discrete and flexible
*Plumbing/carpentry/decorating/electrical knowledge is desirable
Education / Qualifications
Essential
*Must have a full driving license and be eligible to live and work in the UK
Desirable
*A CSCS card
*City and Guilds or NVQ qualification
*A Health & Safety qualification
*Experience of office churns/relocations
*Professional trade qualification desirable
Spring Engineering Solutions (a trading name of Roevin Management Services Limited) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Spring Engineering Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Spring Engineering Solutions. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser: https://(url removed)/spring-engineering-solutions/cpis
Jun 30, 2020
Maintenance Operative/Caretaker
Location: Covering 10 offices based in Scotland between the Isle of Skye and Dumfries.
Duration: 3 months initially (with a strong potential to go on for longer)
Pay rate: £8-£9p/h
Company work van provided, fuel expensed, driving licence is essential as there will be extensive travel involved with the position
Overview of Role / Role Purpose
The purpose of the role is to provide efficient and effective caretaking support to the company portfolio. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring the security and general appearance of the buildings and surrounding areas are maintained in accordance with the required standards.
The incumbent will be expected to observe safe working practices in carrying out the required duties and ensure that instructions specified by technical consultants, contractors and manufacturers are adhered to.
Core Responsibilities
*To assist the Facilities Coordinators and wider facilities team in ensuring offices are operational, safe, fit for purpose and comfortable for staff and visitors
*Resolve maintenance issues efficiently and safely
*Effectively manage time and be highly organised in repair schedules
*Maintain the security and fabric of the portfolio and its contents
*Painting and Decorating - as required
*Joinery- First line maintenance of fixtures and fittings, examples: tightening screws on window hinges, maintenance on doors, minor repairs as a temporary measure after break-ins, vandalism etc
*Plumbing- un-blocking sinks, traps and waste pipes. Adjustment and re-washering of taps, isolation, and repair where possible, of leaking pipes, temperature readings and flushing regimes where required
*Internal Glazing - Remedial action after break-ins, for example boarding up of broken windows
*Clean light fittings, replacing where necessary minor parts such as tubes, bulbs, fuses starters and diffusers, in accordance with safe working practices and identify where energy efficient replacements can be utilised
*Clear blockages, remove foreign matter from sinks, toilets, drains, kitchen grease traps etc. and make safe area as required
*Floor covering maintenance as required
*Ensure that gullies, drains etc. are kept free from debris and that grounds are litter free if required
*Report emergencies in the case of faults with gas, electric and water supply to line and senior facilities management, or where not immediately available technical services or regular contractors, and report minor faults on site to the Facilities Coordinator for the site (where appropriate)
*Proactively inspect fabric and assets resolving/escalating issues where required
*Test/inspect equipment where required (security systems, portable appliances etc)
*Dispose of waste materials in a safe, hygienic manner ensuring that it is available for collection as required
*Undertake porterage tasks as required including setting up and clearing away furniture
*Some grounds maintenance if required
*Proactively look for improvements, propose to management and implement where approved & instructed
*Attend to, where necessary, personnel visiting the site such as contractors
*Adhere to and enforce security guidelines & permit system, training and inducting contractors where required (hot works, manual handling, working at height)
*Comply with the requirements of Health and Safety, other relevant legislation and company policies
*Ensure that all areas of work are cordoned off and that any hazards which cannot be immediately rectified are suitably signed and cordoned
*Proactively check hazards and resolve/escalate as required
*Carry out weekly fire alarm tests if and assist with evacuation procedures if required
*Ad-hoc tasks as requested by the Facilities Management team
Key Skills and Experience
*Ability to communicate effectively, both internally and externally
*IT literate
*Pro-active can do attitude
*Self-motivated
*Ability to multi task, work under own initiative and remain customer focused whilst under pressure
*Ability to work well under pressure and to meet deadlines
*Flexible approach to responsibilities and remit in a changing environment
*High level of professionalism, trust and integrity
*Basic knowledge of H&S regulations and requirements
*Professional presentation and telephone manner
*Discrete and flexible
*Plumbing/carpentry/decorating/electrical knowledge is desirable
Education / Qualifications
Essential
*Must have a full driving license and be eligible to live and work in the UK
Desirable
*A CSCS card
*City and Guilds or NVQ qualification
*A Health & Safety qualification
*Experience of office churns/relocations
*Professional trade qualification desirable
Spring Engineering Solutions (a trading name of Roevin Management Services Limited) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Spring Engineering Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Spring Engineering Solutions. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser: https://(url removed)/spring-engineering-solutions/cpis
Job Role: Maintenance Operative
Location: Feltham, Middlesex
Pay Rate: £12.63 per hour
Hours: Zero Hours Contract
As the maintenance operative, you will contribute to our vision of being the leading residential property manager, as recognised by others by:
• Demonstrating FirstPort values in all aspects of your work and communication, to develop strong relationships and enhance work quality.
• Ensuring the site is well maintained providing a clean and secure environment for residents and guests at all times.
• Supporting the Development Manager to keep health and safety standards to a maximum.
This role reports to the Development Manager and works in a team of up to 20 colleagues.
About Us
FirstPort is the largest and most experienced residential property manager in the UK, employing more than 3,000 colleagues dedicated to looking after peoples’ home.
Great property management is about more than just bricks and mortar. We recognise and value the contribution our people make to our business and we are committed to ensuring they are skilled and equipped to do the best job they can and that they have the opportunity to realise their full potential.
Our Values set out the commitments we have made to deliver excellent service and they inform the relationships that we have with customers and clients. They shape our culture and are used in measuring and rewarding performance.
Main Responsibilities
1. Provide general maintenance support to the Development.
2. Liaise with and provide access to authorised contractors and tradesmen, notifying the Development Manager of start / completion of work accordingly.
3. Report defects / incidents (either observed or reported) and take the corrective action after consultation with the Development Manager.
4. Carry out monthly emergency light system checks by consistent and regular testing and ensure monthly fire alarm checks are undertaken with Development Manager.
5. Maintain accurate records of maintenance / lighting issues.
6. Undertake any routine general repairs / refit door locks.
7. Ensure all tools are maintained and kept securely, only used by authorised personnel.
8. Pressure wash / clean bin stores on a weekly basis and ensure all footpaths and communal areas are kept clean and swept.
9. Carry out any touch up paint work in communal areas within the buildings, as and when required.
10. Carry out regular checks and maintenance of terrace areas, including watering plants.
Skills and Experience
Minimum of two years’ experience in a maintenance operative position
Good experience of electrical and plumbing practices, an electrical related qualification would be an advantage
Understanding of Health and Safety regulations including COSHH and safe use of ladders
Confidence with the use of power tools and working at heights training would be an advantage
Confident, polite and courteous communicator with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships
Exceptional customer service experience, with the ability to work multi-task, prioritise and manage various task simultaneously
Our Values
Friendly – We look out for people’s best interests, and show them we care by dealing with them in a warm and friendly manner.
Inventive – We’re creative and resourceful. We strive to improve what we do and how we do it, so we can provide the best ideas and solutions to look after people, their homes and communities.
Respectful – We listen, consult and take on-board people’s opinions and needs. We understand the importance of the home and community in people’s lives, and act with respect at all times.
Skilled – We’ve the qualifications, experience and take great pride in our work to consistently deliver the highest standards and value for money. We’re informed, and we’re always building on that knowledge to constantly improve our quality of service.
Trustworthy – We’re always professional, reliable, open and honest. People can depend on us to keep our promises and follow through on our commitments.
The Benefits
Our customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. We’ll support you with all of the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages. In addition to the core benefits, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health.
Diversity
We’re committed to promoting diversity at FirstPort and recruit on merit. We will consider applications from job share applicants.
Ready to Apply?
Click here to apply for this role. We will ask you to upload your CV and answer a few questions. You may also be asked to complete verbal and numerical reasoning tests online.
If you meet the criteria for the role we’ll be in touch to arrange a short telephone interview and our shortlist of candidates will be invited to attend interviews with the hiring manager and up to three other key stakeholders
Jun 23, 2020
Job Role: Maintenance Operative
Location: Feltham, Middlesex
Pay Rate: £12.63 per hour
Hours: Zero Hours Contract
As the maintenance operative, you will contribute to our vision of being the leading residential property manager, as recognised by others by:
• Demonstrating FirstPort values in all aspects of your work and communication, to develop strong relationships and enhance work quality.
• Ensuring the site is well maintained providing a clean and secure environment for residents and guests at all times.
• Supporting the Development Manager to keep health and safety standards to a maximum.
This role reports to the Development Manager and works in a team of up to 20 colleagues.
About Us
FirstPort is the largest and most experienced residential property manager in the UK, employing more than 3,000 colleagues dedicated to looking after peoples’ home.
Great property management is about more than just bricks and mortar. We recognise and value the contribution our people make to our business and we are committed to ensuring they are skilled and equipped to do the best job they can and that they have the opportunity to realise their full potential.
Our Values set out the commitments we have made to deliver excellent service and they inform the relationships that we have with customers and clients. They shape our culture and are used in measuring and rewarding performance.
Main Responsibilities
1. Provide general maintenance support to the Development.
2. Liaise with and provide access to authorised contractors and tradesmen, notifying the Development Manager of start / completion of work accordingly.
3. Report defects / incidents (either observed or reported) and take the corrective action after consultation with the Development Manager.
4. Carry out monthly emergency light system checks by consistent and regular testing and ensure monthly fire alarm checks are undertaken with Development Manager.
5. Maintain accurate records of maintenance / lighting issues.
6. Undertake any routine general repairs / refit door locks.
7. Ensure all tools are maintained and kept securely, only used by authorised personnel.
8. Pressure wash / clean bin stores on a weekly basis and ensure all footpaths and communal areas are kept clean and swept.
9. Carry out any touch up paint work in communal areas within the buildings, as and when required.
10. Carry out regular checks and maintenance of terrace areas, including watering plants.
Skills and Experience
Minimum of two years’ experience in a maintenance operative position
Good experience of electrical and plumbing practices, an electrical related qualification would be an advantage
Understanding of Health and Safety regulations including COSHH and safe use of ladders
Confidence with the use of power tools and working at heights training would be an advantage
Confident, polite and courteous communicator with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships
Exceptional customer service experience, with the ability to work multi-task, prioritise and manage various task simultaneously
Our Values
Friendly – We look out for people’s best interests, and show them we care by dealing with them in a warm and friendly manner.
Inventive – We’re creative and resourceful. We strive to improve what we do and how we do it, so we can provide the best ideas and solutions to look after people, their homes and communities.
Respectful – We listen, consult and take on-board people’s opinions and needs. We understand the importance of the home and community in people’s lives, and act with respect at all times.
Skilled – We’ve the qualifications, experience and take great pride in our work to consistently deliver the highest standards and value for money. We’re informed, and we’re always building on that knowledge to constantly improve our quality of service.
Trustworthy – We’re always professional, reliable, open and honest. People can depend on us to keep our promises and follow through on our commitments.
The Benefits
Our customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. We’ll support you with all of the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages. In addition to the core benefits, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health.
Diversity
We’re committed to promoting diversity at FirstPort and recruit on merit. We will consider applications from job share applicants.
Ready to Apply?
Click here to apply for this role. We will ask you to upload your CV and answer a few questions. You may also be asked to complete verbal and numerical reasoning tests online.
If you meet the criteria for the role we’ll be in touch to arrange a short telephone interview and our shortlist of candidates will be invited to attend interviews with the hiring manager and up to three other key stakeholders