Property Maintenance Operative in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Property Maintenance Operative

Location: Cheltenham – GL52
Salary: £36,420 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8.30am–5pm
Contract Type: Permanent

Our client, a leading provider of housing solutions, is seeking a Property Maintenance Operative to join their team onsite in Cheltenham.

Purpose of the Role

Reporting directly to the Repairs & Maintenance Team Leader, the role involves carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across the client's onsite accommodation in Cheltenham. Responsibilities include completing repairs, maintenance and installations as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out maintenance tasks across the onsite accommodation, including both occupied and vacant properties.

Plumbing:

Carry out a variety of plumbing repairs and minor installations.

Carpentry:

Complete a range of carpentry and joinery repairs and installations, including:

• Installing and/or repairing windows, doors, frames and UPVC components.
• Working on framed, ledged and braced doors and internal plywood doors.
• Repairing or installing fences, soffits, fascias and bargeboards.
• Fitting or repairing architraves, skirting boards, bath panels, frames, kitchen units, worktops, double-glazed units, locks, floorboards and stud walls.

Plastering:

Carry out patch plastering as required.

Painting and Decorating:

Undertake a range of painting and decorating tasks, including:

• Preparing and cleaning surfaces using methods such as scraping, sanding and steam cleaning.
• Removing old wallpaper and loose paint.
• Repairing cracks and holes in walls or joinery using fillers and sealants.
• Sanding and preparing surfaces for the application of decorative finishes.

Groundwork:

Complete a variety of groundwork, fencing and clearance repairs and renewals.

Required Skills

• Proven experience in general property maintenance.
• Ability to evaluate problems, identify effective solutions and carry out repairs promptly and efficiently.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload to meet deadlines.
• Good attention to detail.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Health Membership.
• Life cover.
• 6-month probation period.
• 4% employer and 4% employee pension contribution.
• Laptop, phone and other equipment as required.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Referral scheme.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, in accordance with the responsibilities of the role.

Please contact Kerrie Collett on (phone number removed) to learn more, or submit your application today.