Facilities Operative (Caretake/handyperson)
Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.
Location – Memorial House, Coalville, Leicestershire
Hours – 35 hours per week, working Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30am – 4.30pm
Salary – £23,441 - £26,045 per annum
The role
The Facilities team are looking for a Facilities Operative to join their team who will be based at the head office in Coalville.
This role will be responsible for providing reactive and preventative maintenance ensuring that the facilities are safe and functional so that our employees can work under the best conditions at all EMH office sites. This position would suit somebody who has previous caretaker or handyperson experience.
Duties will include carrying out minor maintenance repairs to all office buildings covering spaces such as offices, toilets, meeting rooms, kitchens, communal areas and external spaces. Ensuring that all Health and Safety procedures and policies are upheld, and any issues reported in a timely manner.
(Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details).
The ideal candidate
The successful candidate will have previous experience in maintaining building elements, fixtures and fittings both interior and exterior and have experience with planning and scheduling of maintenance works. You will be able to work independently and have the ability to perform basic maintenance tasks. You will have a strong attention to detail and be competent in using electrical power and hand tools.
Do you have:
Excellent communications skills and confidence to deal with a range of stakeholders
A good level of IT competence
The ability to travel between different sites
If so, we would love to hear from you.
About us
emh is one of the largest providers of affordable homes and support services in the East Midlands. We pride ourselves in providing high quality homes and services that contribute to sustainable communities.
Our vision is to be the best social housing and care business in the country, leading the market as service provider and employer.
Our values
Our values are important to us and we're looking for people who can help live our values of Integrity, Diversity, Openness, Accountability, Clarity and Excellence.
Company Benefits
Our generous package includes:
Competitive salary
Contributory pension scheme
Health cash plan – BHSF
39 days' annual leave (including statutory days), increasing with length of service (pro-rata for part time)
Flexible working
A wide range of training and development opportunities (we are an Investors in People accredited organisation)
Qualifications
Ability to perform basic maintenance tasks.
Good level of IT competence.
For further information about the role, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
How to apply
Please apply online with an up-to-date CV, detailing how you meet the requirements of the person specification.
Closing date for applications – 24th January 2025 at 23.59.
“We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions, we would therefore recommend an early application”
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