Labourer, Maintenance​/Cleaning, General Labor

About The Role

Are you a dedicated Building Labourer looking to make a difference in your community? Join Live West, the largest housing association in the South West, and help us provide high-quality homes and services to our customers.

As a Building Labourer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving our properties, ensuring they meet our high standards and customer expectations.

This role is a mobile role, working predominately in Plymouth area. You will ideally be based within a 30 minute commute of this patch.

• General Maintenance: Assist in carrying out repairs, maintenance, general cleaning services, waste disposal, and recycling at our properties.
• Task Execution: Work within clearly defined processes to meet time frames set by the line manager, ensuring accountability for individual results.
• Defect Identification: Identify the extent and scope of reported defects and take appropriate corrective action after consultation.
• Material Management: Collect and distribute necessary materials and equipment required for the tasks, ensuring all tools are maintained and in clean order.
• Mobile Working: Participate effectively in mobile working by accurately operating the electronic recording system for job orders, timesheets, and progress tracking.
• Health and Safety: Observe and comply with health and safety policies and procedures, promoting equal opportunities and customer care.

• Make a Difference: Contribute to the well‑being of our customers by ensuring their homes are safe and well‑maintained.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a dedicated and passionate team committed to delivering high‑quality services.

We will consider an application from you if you are looking to work flexibly and this will be discussed at interview stage.

This role is being offered on a full time permanent basis working 40 hours per week.

For further information about this role, and Live West, please view our candidate information pack.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups. Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory
basic
DBS check.

To be successful in your application for the role of Building Labourer, you will have the essential skills and experience for a level one role (please see candidate information pack) and the following role specific skills and experience:

• Experience: Proven experience in a similar role, preferably with experience working in customers' homes.
• Positive Attitude: A can‑do attitude with exceptional customer service skills.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to engage and communicate effectively and confidently with customers.
• Health and Safety Awareness: Knowledge of health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• IT
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in the use and application of mobile technology.
• Driving Licence: A full, valid, manual UK driving licence is essential.

Please note:

This role is not eligible for a Cos. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the role without a CoS.

• Company Van: Includes a fuel card for work-related travel.
• Full Kit: Uniform and PPE supplied for your safety and convenience.
• Generous Annual Leave: Start with 26 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with length of service - and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days (pro rated for part time roles).
• Pension Contributions: Enjoy up to 9% employer contributions with our Defined Contribution scheme.
• Health Benefits and Perks: Access to a health care cash plan (worth up to £1,100 annually), virtual GP services, discounted gym memberships, and retail discounts including access to a Blue Light Card.
• Learning and Development: Invest in your future with ongoing personal and professional growth opportunities.
• Family Support: Policies designed to help you balance work and family life, including a new child payment.
• Wellbeing Matters: Priorities your health with mental health support, enhanced sick pay, wellness campaigns, and…