General Operative

Job Title: General Operative
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Property Services
Location: London Borough of Ealing
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 am - 5:00 pm
Salary: £38,202.50 per annum

We have an opportunity for a skilled, reliable, and hardworking General Operative to join a dedicated housing repairs and maintenance team in Ealing.

Responsibilities:

• Carrying out mould washes to help maintain clean, safe and well-presented properties.
• Installing fixtures such as curtains, blinds and door handles, drawing on basic maintenance experience and a keen eye for detail.
• Carrying out painting and decorating tasks, demonstrating strong organisational skills and taking pride in the quality of presentation.
• Fixing leaking waste pipes and carrying out minor plumbing repairs, using practical knowledge and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Replacing light bulbs and checking smoke alarms, demonstrating a proactive approach to property safety and compliance.
• Supporting cleaning and waste collection duties, with full training provided and opportunities to develop new skills.
• Working collaboratively within the Repairs and Maintenance team, demonstrating reliability, flexibility and strong teamwork.
• Delivering excellent customer service across all tasks, maintaining a professional, respectful and customer-focused approach.
• Communicating effectively with colleagues and residents, using clear verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Making decisions and resolving problems independently when required, demonstrating confidence, initiative and sound judgement.
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety, quality and cost control, while working in a methodical, reliable and professional manner.

Requirements:

• Full UK Driving Licence (manual)
• Basic Criminal Record Check (DBS)

Benefits:

• Company vehicle, fuel card, and uniform provided as part of the role package.
• 25 days of annual leave entitlement, excluding bank holidays.
• Employer pension contributions of up to 10%.
• Life insurance and permanent health insurance.
• Health cash plan offering cashback on everyday healthcare costs.

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.

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