Repairs and Maintenance Operative

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Job description

Due to expansion our well established client is looking for a Property Repairs and Maintenance Operative to cover the Gillingham area.

Reporting to the Head of Property, you will be responsible for undertaking both responsive and planned maintenance tasks to properties within the business.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carry out tasks in occupied and empty properties such as the following:
*Plumbing: Carry out a range of plumbing repairs and minor installations.
*Carpentry: Carry out a range of carpentry and joinery repairs and installations including installation and/or repair of various windows, doors and frames, UPVC components, framed ledged and braced, ledged and braced and internal plywood doors; fences, soffits, fascia and bargeboards. Joinery work including the fitting of and/or repair to architraves, skirting bath panel and frames, the fitting of kitchen units and worktops, the fitting and repair of double glazed units, locks, floorboards, and stud walls.
*Plastering: Carry out a range of plastering works including re-skimming, rendering, patching and Artex cover up.
*Painting and Decorating: Carry out a range of painting and redecoration tasks including prepare and clean surfaces using methods such as scraping, sanding and steam cleaning; remove wallpaper and loose paint; repair cracks and holes in walls and joinery by applying fillers/sealant. Prepare/sand surface for application of decorative product.
*Groundwork: Carry out a range of groundwork, fencing and clearance repairs and renewals
*Clean and Clear: Ensure the cleaning of all communal areas, offices, toilets and external areas and in accordance with the company standard. To ensure all accommodation is clean and fit for purpose.

REQUIRED SKILLS:
*Previous property repair and maintenance experience
*Good communication skills both verbal and written
*Able to work independently or as part of a team
*Good computer skills including Microsoft Office Software
*High degree of discretion dealing with confidential information

The successful applicant will need a driving licence and their own tools. You will be required to undertake a DBS check before employment starts.

In return, you will benefit from 20 days holiday increasing to 25 days with service, pension and life insurance.

Hours: Mon-Fri 40 hours per week 8.30am-5pm
Salary: £23,000-£27,000 depending on experience plus company van or £4,000 van allowance if you have your own van

Interested in this permanent role, covering the Gillingham area. Please email or contact me on .