Maintenance Operator Grade 1

Vertus are looking to recruit a Maintenance Operator Grade 1 to join our dynamic team at 3 & 15 West Lane with 378 Studios across two buildings in Canary Wharf's Private Estate. Vertus Edit is the new Aparthotel brand by Vertus, part of Canary Wharf Group. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Operator Grade 1 will ensure that guests have the best stay possible and consistently deliver the highest levels of customer service, becoming a Vertus Edit brand ambassador.

Working Hours:

40 hours per week, 8.30am to 5.30pm - 5 out of 7 days across Monday Sunday. To identify and diagnose faults and to carry out repairs, adjustments and other maintenance works as appropriate. To carry out painting and decoration repairs, achieving a high standard of finish. To carry out the required visual inspection routine of plant or machinery in accordance with the planned maintenance schedule or as tasked by the Maintenance Manager, reporting any faults or damaged equipment to the maintenance Manager.

To adopt a flexible approach in respect of other skills or trades to ensure the most cost-effective completion of all tasks. To undertake other skilled tasks in which competence has been demonstrated. To be competent in the use of Information Technology and have Building Management Systems experience. To liaise with contractors in a professional manner, ensuring compliance with permit requirements and relevant documentation.

To assist in ensuring that all working areas are kept clean and tidy and all refuse and waste materials are removed as appropriate. To undertake and be comfortable with physical lifting and activities in accordance with the set requirements and instructions. To be thoroughly familiar and comply with the Company's "Health & Safety" policy and procedures and to immediately report any hazards or infringements to the Maintenance Manager.

To action and complete time/task sheets on a daily basis in accordance with agreed procedures. To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by the Maintenance Manager. Person Specification To have an enthusiastic and positive attitude. The post holder is required to be tidy and presentable at all times. Be able to work as a team member and to communicate effectively at all levels.

To be customer focused and diplomatic in their approach. Able to make decisions to the benefit of the business. Although full training will be given and all safety equipment supplied it may be essential (for some Maintenance Operators) that applicants are able to work at heights outdoors. The incumbent must have an appreciation of the importance of customer service and how this is applied in the context of Canary Wharf and Vertus.

Previous experience working in a modern building services maintenance environment, and able to demonstrate painting and decoration and building services experience is essential. It would be highly desirable for the candidate to have experience in an hotel environment.