Maintenance Operative - North East

Ocasa•Durham, NC

About The Position

The Maintenance Operative will report to the Facilities Manager, managing maintenance and repairs, ensuring works are resolved effectively. This role will be responsible for maintenance work across our properties in the north east of England (Sunderland, Durham and Middlesborough) and Leeds.

Requirements

Previous experience in a similar role, with confidence carrying out general handyperson, decorating and maintenance tasks
Good practical skills across a variety of repair and maintenance tasks
A genuine passion for delivering excellent customer service
Good communication skills
Competent with IT
A full UK driving license
Able to work well both independently and as part of a team
Strong time management skills, with the ability to work to deadlines and balance multiple priorities
A positive, can-do attitude and a flexible approach to your working day
Awareness of health and safety for both yourself and others on site
A willingness to work flexibly, including outside normal hours when needed to maintain service continuity.
Please note that access to your own vehicle will be required for this role. A fuel card will be provided for business fuel costs.

Responsibilities

Completing minor plumbing repairs such as fixing dripping taps or running toilet cisterns
Painting both full flats and minor touch ups, including filling in damage
Minor works such as tightening cupboard doors, fixing door handles
Installing household appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers
Installing smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
Changing light bulbs
Fixing toilet seats
Site clearance
Furniture assembly and moving furniture
Fitting shelves, hanging pictures and installing window locks
General building and grounds maintenance
Undertaking maintenance tasks as directed and prioritise tasks according to urgency
Ensuring standards and procedures are adhered to and work closely with Health & Safety
Assisting in the improvement of Health & Safety standards across all sites
Working collaboratively and engaging with other teams within the business
Supporting the delivery of continuous improvement action plans
Maintaining a safe and clean environment for all