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Estate Operative - Birmingham (B4) Operations - Site Based · Birmingham

Encoreestates

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 27,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Estate Operative to ensure the upkeep of a vibrant residential estate. This role involves maintaining communal areas, conducting inspections, and delivering outstanding customer service to residents. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in cleaning and minor maintenance tasks, alongside strong communication skills. Join a committed team where your contributions will enhance the living environment for all residents. With a supportive work culture, this position offers a chance to make a tangible impact in a well-maintained community.

Benefits

20 Days Annual Leave
Cycle to Work Scheme
SmartHealth Online Health Service
Eye Care Vouchers
Company Social Events
Perkbox Rewards
Pension

Qualifications

  • Experience in cleaning, gardening, or minor maintenance.
  • A practical, hands-on approach with skills in maintenance and plumbing.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all communal areas are clean and well-maintained at all times.
  • Conduct regular site inspections and report faults to the manager.
  • Assist with waste management and maintain car parks.

Skills

Cleaning
Gardening
Minor Maintenance
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving

Education

Good Standard of Education

Tools

Smartphone

Job description

About the Role

As an Estate Operative, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day upkeep of a residential estate. Your duties will include maintaining the quality of internal and external communal areas, carrying out routine maintenance, and delivering excellent customer service to residents and visitors.

  • Location: B4 - Please ensure you live within a 45 minute commute of the site.
  • Annual Salary: £27,000
  • Hours/Working Pattern: 40 hours p/week

Please note, we are expecting this role to begin Late June/Early July.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure all communal areas are clean and well-maintained at all times
  • Conduct regular site inspections and report faults or maintenance issues to the Development/Estate Manager
  • Carry out and oversee minor maintenance tasks, such as adjusting doors, hinges, and handles
  • Assist with waste management, ensuring bins are accessible for collection and bin stores are kept clean
  • Maintain car parks and cycle storage areas, ensuring they remain clean, secure, and hazard-free
  • Support soft landscaping tasks, including watering and leaf/weed removal
  • Assist with system testing, including emergency lighting, fire alarms, and water features
  • Monitor and understand the operation of Building Management Systems and mechanical/electrical plant equipment
  • Ensure all contractors adhere to Health & Safety regulations while on-site
  • Provide security by monitoring access, overseeing CCTV, checking visitor IDs, and conducting regular patrols
What We’re Looking For
  • Experience in cleaning, gardening, or minor maintenance
  • A good standard of education
  • A full, clean UK driving licence
  • Competency in using a smartphone
  • Legal right to work in the UK
  • A practical, hands-on approach with skills in maintenance, plumbing, fencing, or small works
  • Strong communication and customer service skills when interacting with residents
  • A positive and proactive attitude with good problem-solving abilities

If you are reliable, hardworking, and looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a dedicated team in a well-maintained residential development.

Benefits:
  • 20 Days annual leave (Pro rata if working 4 on 4 off)
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • SmartHealth online health service available for you and immediate family
  • Eye care vouchers
  • Company social events
  • Perkbox rewards
  • Pension
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