Maintenance Operative
Permanent
Exeter, Devon
£28,000 per annum + 20% Bonus
09.00am – 5:30pm Monday to Friday
I am currently recruiting for a permanent Maintenance Operative to come on board and work with my client, one of the largest housing providers for university students. Their aim is to assure students a comfortable and exceptional living experience with the most modern appliances, high quality and attractive furnishings and fittings, and the best use of available space during their time studying.
You will be working at the forefront of the business with daily interaction with our student customers. Other duties include (but are not limited to):
1. Provide high standard repairs, maintenance, and decorating across a portfolio of high-quality student houses.
2. Complete planned and reactive maintenance works within the property budget.
3. Undertake periodic health & safety checks and property inspections.
4. Carry out statutory compliance inspections if required.
5. Ensure the security and general appearance of the properties and gardens are maintained in accordance with the required standards.
6. Manage maintenance and any third-party contractor works to a consistently high standard.
7. Energy and utility management including meter reading and broadband service management.
8. Assist with ad-hoc jobs such as delivering keys and assisting tenants that are locked out.
9. Basic seasonal garden maintenance.
This is a busy, varied, and hands-on role. To be considered for this role and a possible interview, you need to have experience & skills in the following:
1. Experience of completing repairs and planned maintenance in student/HMO housing.
2. Experience in internal and external painting.
3. Some experience in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and decoration is desirable.
4. Undertaking periodic health & safety and statutory compliance testing.
5. Broadband & TV issue diagnosis.
6. Excellent communication & customer service skills and enjoy problem-solving.
7. Able to diagnose & complete cost-effective repairs in a fast-paced environment.
8. Proactive, with a positive attitude and able to work under your own initiative.
9. Strong IT skills with the ability to use iOS on iPhone and iPad, and experience with Microsoft Office 365 – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
10. Strong organization and time management with a good attention to detail.
Additional Info/Perks of the Job/Company:
* Company iPhone & iPad provided.
* Use of company vehicle for commuting.
* 25 days per year plus bank holidays.
* Multiple training courses available.
* Uniform and PPE provided.
* Monthly food and drink allowance.
* Company events.
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