At a Glance
- Tasks: Carry out essential repairs and maintenance in residential properties, ensuring high standards.
- Company: Reputable contractor focused on quality housing services across multiple locations.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform provided.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth in social housing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's homes while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Must have NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 25 - 25 £ per hour.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Disrepair Operative to join a reputable contractor delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services for housing associations throughout Reading, Slough, Oxford, High Wycombe, Luton, and Bedfordshire.
The role will focus on completing legal disrepair works and general maintenance repairs within occupied residential properties. You will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of multi-skilled tasks, including plumbing, carpentry, decorating, patch repairs, and other associated building works.
Responsibilities- Carrying out legal disrepair inspections, remedial works, and maintenance repairs within occupied residential properties, ensuring issues are resolved to the required standards.
- Completing a range of multi-trade repair works associated with disrepair cases, including plumbing repairs, carpentry, plaster patching, decorating, tiling, and general building maintenance.
- Investigating and rectifying property defects, including leaks, water damage, damaged fixtures, defective finishes, and other repairs identified through disrepair claims.
- Undertaking small repair projects and remedial works from start to completion, ensuring properties are returned to a safe, functional, and habitable condition.
- Liaising professionally and courteously with tenants, residents, and housing association representatives, providing excellent customer service while minimising disruption during works.
- Maintaining accurate records of completed works, materials used, and any additional repairs required using a PDA or handheld device.
- Full UK Driving Licence (manual)
- NVQ Level 2 in Carpentry (required)
- Asbestos Awareness, UKATA or IATP
- Basic DBS Check
Company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform provided as part of the employment package.
If you have previous experience within social housing and meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply online or get in touch with Leah for further information.
Disrepair Operative in High Wycombe employer: The Construction Index Ltd
The Construction Index Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities and flexible working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. Join us to lead impactful infrastructure projects while enjoying competitive benefits and being part of a supportive team dedicated to excellence in planning and environmental management.
Contact Details:
The Construction Index Ltd Recruitment Team
