1 monthcontract with A LocalAuthority
JobSummary:
Undertake allaspects of building repairs maintenance renewals and replacementsranging from routine reactive repairs to major renewals andrewiring of occupied and void properties.
Diagnosingfaults and the causes of building defects in order to identify themost appropriate solution to be applied. Taking account of the needto reduce repeat faults and visits and apply the most costeffective solution under thecircumstances.
Ensure all workis in compliance with current building regulations and standardsand the safety of residents is maintained at alltimes.
To beresponsible for any followon or related repair works identifiedwhere these cannot be completed during the first visit providingsufficient detail to enable such work to be scheduled forcompletion at the nextappointment
Providingexcellent standards of customer care at all times. Act as anambassador for the repairs service and theCouncil.
Ability to workalone with minimal levels of supervision using own initiative toresolve building defects and problems seeking guidance whenappropriate.
Responsible formaintaining contact and working collaboratively with Repairs TeamSupervisors and Planners to provide updates on the progress of workto ensure overall service objectives aremet.
Ensure safemethods of working and full compliance with health & safetyregulations are met at all times. Maintaining up to date knowledgeand understanding of current standards regulations and bestpractice appropriate to your specialist trade including but notlimitedto;
Safeguarding
Loneworking
Asbestosawareness
Working atheights
Manualhandling
Control of SubstancesHazardous to Health(COSHH)
Responsible for the usestorage and safe keeping of plant materials and other consumablesensuring waste isminimised.
Responsible forthe use of a Council vehicle where allocated and to ensure thevehicle is used in accordance with the Council s policy andprocedure.
Carry out allwork to professional standards in a productive manner to ensure thebest value for money is achieved in completing repairs andminimising waste.
Complete alldocumentation required for the proper running and administration ofthe service in an accurate and timely manner including; daily workrecords time sheets material schedules requisitions and thelike.
Interpret andwork from drawings specifications and otherinstructions.
Communicateeffectively and courteously and use new technology including smartphones PDA s etc as required and thelike
To provide onthe job training instruction feedback and guidance to apprenticesand other trainees when required. Assist the Repairs TeamSupervisor in appraising and supporting the development ofapprentices.
Additionalinformation tonote:
Theclosing date for this position is02/08/24.