Property Maintenance/Builder

We are seeking a competent and professional general builder who will be able to fulfil the needs of the company in return for a competitive salary and enjoyable work environment. The right candidate must be driven, hard-working and have basic computer literacy.

Core Objectives

Carry out skilled DIY & general maintenance work involved in all aspects of onsite building maintenance, both internal and external.

The role includes general building DIY and maintenance including basic carpentry, plumbing, replacement of tiling, flooring, and painting and decorating, skimming and basic electric competence.

This will also include regular checks and assessments of both private and public areas, liaising with Line Manager and other team members, performing jobs as and when they are required.

Main Tasks/Duties and Responsibilities

Day to day responsibilities

Installation inspections, diagnosing faults, testing, replacement, repair and maintenance of building fixtures and fittings.

General plumbing including washers, taps, unblocking toilets, unblocking stacks, unblocking drains, installing new sinks, urinals and toilets, pipework (copper or PVC),

General carpentry such as hanging doors, new locks, architraves, window frames, boxing in, assembling furniture, easing, and adjusting windows, replacing handles and similar hardware.

General tiling – floors and walls

Flooring work, such as carpet tiles and wooden flooring

General painting & decorating

Basic electrical maintenance

Day to day care and maintenance of gardens and hedging

Furniture moves and removals

Pest Control

Window cleaning

General garden carpentry such as assembling and maintaining furniture, replacing handles and similar hardware.

Identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair; to ensure compliance with agreed codes, law, working practices, health and safety.

Liaising with Line Manager and other team members and performing jobs as and when they are required.

Carry out planned tasks in accordance with contract requirements.

Carry out tasks within specified time limits.

Ensure compliance to applicable codes, legislation and procedures including health and safety.

Maintain accurate records/documentation associated with your work.

Immediately report problems/failures that may impact on the organisation and/or its clients/customers to Line Manager

Meet your targets and contribute to those of the team as a whole.

Contribute towards the efficient running of the team.

Adhere to all organisation policies and procedures.

From time to time, you may be expected to be part of special projects as are reasonably required of your job role.

You are responsible for your allocated workload and must meet all targets as agreed with your Line Manager. You must contribute towards the smooth running of the organisation generally.

Secondary Tasks/Duties

The role is part of the whole organisation team and as such requires you to perform such reasonable tasks that are required, as and when necessary, to maintain, promote, develop, and expand the business of our organisation and its interests generally.

You must carry out your duties to the best of your ability, having consideration for the needs of your colleagues, the organisation, and its clients/customers. You must obey all lawful and reasonable orders given to you and comply with the Organisation's rules, procedures, and policies.

Equipment

You are responsible for the equipment provided to you for use in your job role. This means you must ensure that equipment is used in accordance with any training provided, the organization's policies and procedures and the law and using, where applicable, any safety equipment or personal protective Equipment provided. You are responsible for ensuring that the equipment you use is maintained and can be used/operated at all times.

Essential Abilities/ Competencies of this job role

Experience in this type of job role minimum 3 years

Valid UK driving license

Requisite knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to the environment

To demonstrate knowledge of codes, standards, and regulations applicable to this role

Skills in general DIY and maintenance and general gardening including assessment, installation, repair, and maintenance.

To be friendly and approachable with "CAN DO" attitude.

To understand and deliver good customer service.

Good attention to detail

Demonstrable time management and project management skills

You need to have and maintain (with regular training and updates as necessary) the knowledge, technical skills and qualifications that are necessary to perform your job role to comply with the requirements of the organisation and any applicable rules, regulations and with any law which applies to your job role.

Special Working Conditions

You may be expected to work in accordance with the organisation's overtime policies.

The nature of your role will require you to travel within the area that your team covers. However, from time to time you may be expected to travel outside that area as the job role requires.

Benefits

Materials CardUniform & Name Badges28 Days Holiday (inc. Bank Holidays)

Salary level

£35,000.00 per calendar year.

Hours/Days

Your usual hours will be from 9:00 to 17:00 on Monday to Friday. However, you will be expected to work as and when necessary to meet the needs of the team and your targets.

Eligibility:

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Luton, Bedfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence and have access to your own vehicle? (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP – A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.