Estates and Facilities Operative

Job Title: Estates and Facilities Operative
Type: Part Time, Permanent
Location: Evesham, with travel to other schemes and offices as required
Salary: £14,318 per annum
Hours: 21 hours per week

BRC are working closely with a housing association based in Worcestershire. We're looking for an Estates and Facilities Operative to join our clients team covering their estates, blocks, schemes, and offices. Working independently and as part of a team, you'll carry out a range of facilities tasks - from health and safety checks to minor repairs - and ensure their communal areas are safe, clean, and well maintained.

Duties:

• Carrying out routine health and safety inspections in communal areas
• Testing fire safety equipment (emergency lights, smoke detectors, alarms)
• Recording test results accurately and reporting any faults
• Completing minor repairs (e.g. signage, lightbulbs, locks, basic decorating)
• Liaising with contractors for cyclical and responsive repairs
• Supporting residents with minor handyperson tasks when required
• Undertaking external tasks like litter picking and deep cleaning
• Assisting with compliance tasks at our head office
• Ensuring excellent customer service and acting as a positive representative of the client.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar estates/facilities role
• Strong understanding of health and safety (COSHH, manual handling, compliance checks)
• Good IT skills - able to use mobile devices for inspections and records
• Ability to carry out minor maintenance tasks confidently and safely
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Able to work independently, prioritise tasks and solve problems
• Committed to professional boundaries and working as part of a team
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use

Benefits:

• Flexible working
• Holiday buying and selling scheme
• A day's paid leave for your birthday or annual celebration
• 2 days paid leave to help with a house move once you have completed your probationary period
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan, which includes a range of treatments including dental treatment, physiotherapy, consultation and 24 hour free confidential helpline
• Company contribution to mindfulness and fitness. For example discounted gym membership, fitness classes or mindfulness apps.
• Online discount with a number of retail shops, supermarkets, cinema, insurance and holidays.
• Funded training and sponsored qualifications.
• 2 days paid volunteering leave per year.

For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed)

To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.