Handyman

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Essex is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join their Facilities team. This role involves performing essential maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and providing excellent customer service to both students and staff. Candidates should have proven experience in maintenance with strong skills in carpentry, plumbing, and documentation. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development in a supportive collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance or a similar role.
• Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
• Excellent organisational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of maintenance tasks including carpentry and plumbing.
• Ensure all health and safety practices are followed.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates for resource management.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Painting

Communication

Customer Service

Health and Safety Standards

Job description

Maintenance Operative

• Annual Salary: 26,338 - 30,373
• Location: Chelmsford
• Job Type: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Join our dynamic Facilities team at a prestigious university as a Maintenance Operative, where your skills will directly contribute to creating a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students and staff.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Maintenance Tasks: Perform a variety of maintenance tasks including carpentry, building maintenance, minor plumbing repairs, painting & decorating, floor laying, and compliance tasks such as P.A.T. testing, Legionella control, and fire alarm testing. Full training will be provided.
• Health and Safety: Ensure all health and safety practices are followed and stay updated with changes in legislation related to the built environment.
• Cost Estimates: Assist in preparing cost estimates and other related activities to ensure efficient resource management.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate documentation for all works undertaken using online systems.
• Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service by maintaining effective liaison with university staff, students, and client user departments.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with other teams within Estates and Facilities Services, embracing a "One Team" approach to achieve successful task completion.
• Travel and Flexibility: Travel between campuses as required and participate in some weekend and out-of-hours work as requested.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in maintenance or a similar role.
• Skills in carpentry, plumbing, painting, and general building maintenance.
• Strong commitment to health and safety standards.
• Excellent organisational and documentation skills.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to travel between sites and to work variable hours when necessary.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary within the range of 26,338 to 29,959.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive work environment within a collaborative team.
• Impactful role enhancing the university experience for students and staff.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in becoming a vital part of our Facilities team.