Building Maintenance Labourer

Bromford Flagship Group; Bury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing provider in England is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to perform various maintenance and repair tasks on properties. You will ensure compliance with safety standards while working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver high-quality service to tenants. Candidates must hold an NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade and possess a full UK driving licence. Flexible working hours and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a range of general maintenance tasks and ladder work.
• Proven practical skills in repairing or replacing parts.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair tasks on properties.
• Carry out decorating tasks and address damp, mould, and flood damage repairs.
• Identify and arrange for the safe removal of asbestos.
• Collaborate with other trades and colleagues to deliver excellent repairs service.

Skills

General maintenance

Customer service

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Flexibility to work additional hours

Competent in Microsoft Outlook

Competent in Microsoft Teams

Education

Full trade Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair tasks on properties, including clearing properties, cleaning, and gutter clearance.
• Carry out decorating tasks and address issues with damp, mould, and flood damage repairs, ensuring compliance with Awaab's Law, which mandates timely action on these hazards to protect tenant health and safety.
• Identify and arrange for the safe removal of asbestos, adhering to all safety protocols.
• Work with schedules of rates to assess job requirements and complete repair cost estimates.
• Collaborate with other trades and colleagues to deliver an exceptional repairs service to tenants.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ensure flexibility to work additional paid hours as needed and participate in an on-call rota.
• Proven track record demonstrating experience in a range of general maintenance tasks, including previous ladder work, full trade Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade.
• Strong practical skills in repairing or replacing parts, determining required equipment, and assisting with cost estimates.
• Excellent customer service, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Competent in Microsoft applications such as Outlook and Teams.
• Willingness to participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota.
• Full UK driving licence.

Company Information

Awaab's Law, introduced in October 2025, requires social landlords to investigate significant damp and mould issues within 10 working days and take action within five. Emergency hazards must be made safe within 24 hours. At Flagship, we are committed to meeting these standards and ensuring our homes are safe, healthy, and compliant.

Flagship Services is part of Bromford Flagship. By joining us, you become part of a leading housing provider delivering community-focused services across the east, central and south west of England. We have a local approach, all backed by the scale and ambition of the Bromford Flagship Group. Join us to help create communities where people can put down roots, feel secure, and thrive.