Maintenance Operative​/Building Maintenance Technician; AWDO-P14312 in Streatham

Maintenance Operative / Building Maintenance Technician

An excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Operative / Building Maintenance Technician to join a friendly and supportive team responsible for maintaining the safety, cleanliness and upkeep of a care home in Streatham Hill, South London.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Maintenance Assistant, Facilities Technician, Supported Housing Maintenance Operative, Maintenance Worker, Handyperson

SALARY: £33,490 to £34,500 per annum (depending on experience)

LOCATION:

Streatham Hill, South London

JOB TYPE:
Full-Time, Permanent

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Maintenance Operative / Building Maintenance Technician with proven experience of general maintenance and repair work across buildings, facilities, and gardens.

As a Maintenance Operative / Building Maintenance Technician you will carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks including minor electrical repairs, plumbing, painting, decorating, and carpentry.

The Maintenance Operative / Building Maintenance Technician will work closely with the Maintenance Manager to ensure all areas of the home meet health and safety standards, providing a safe and comfortable environment for residents and staff.

You’ll take pride in your work, be proactive and flexible, and enjoy varied duties across the supported housing setting.

• General Maintenance:
  Carrying out day-to-day maintenance, repair, and upkeep of buildings, systems, and equipment
• Health & Safety Compliance:
  Ensuring all work meets Health and Safety standards in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act
• Minor Repairs:
  Completing basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs as required
• Painting & Decorating:
  Painting and decorating resident rooms and communal areas
• Grounds Maintenance:
  Maintaining gardens, fencing, and pathways to keep the site tidy and safe
• Equipment Management:
  Ensuring tools and equipment are safely stored and well maintained
• Waste Management:
  Managing waste and recycling areas in line with environmental standards
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Assisting with moves, home openings or closures, and other maintenance tasks as directed
• Fire Safety:
  Participating in fire drills and supporting inspection preparation

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Positive approach to Health & Safety and risk assessments
• Proven experience of maintenance work in a residential or similar setting
• Flexible, practical, and resourceful approach to work
• Willingness to travel between regional sites when required

• Recognised qualification in Electronics or a relevant trade
• Holder of a Health and Safety certificate
• Knowledge of COSHH and risk management principles
• Willingness to undertake further training and development

This role requires a DBS check

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

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-P14312