Maintenance Operative

Downing; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Maintenance Operative, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort and safety of residents. This position involves a variety of tasks, from plumbing and electrical work to painting and decorating, all aimed at maintaining high standards in a vibrant community. With a commitment to health and safety, you'll ensure that all maintenance requests are handled promptly, contributing to an exceptional living experience. Enjoy a supportive work environment with excellent benefits, including generous holiday allowances and mental health support. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to making a difference.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life assurance cover

Mental health support

Company pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic electrical, plumbing, or general maintenance is advantageous.
• Thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation and its application.

Responsibilities

• Undertake repair and maintenance tasks to a high standard.
• Respond promptly to health and safety concerns and maintain records accurately.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical Work

Joinery

Painting and Decorating

Health & Safety Legislation

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Plumbing

Relevant Qualifications in Joinery

Relevant Qualifications in Electrical Systems

Job description

Square Gardens by Downing Living is centered around green and open landscaped spaces. Fundamental to our brand is delivering a sustainable place to live and gather with exclusive shared resident amenities and services.

As a Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for providing a proactive and responsive repair and maintenance service, ensuring that faults and maintenance requests within the accommodation are dealt with promptly to deliver the best experience to our residents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake repair and maintenance tasks to a high standard, including plumbing, joinery, electrical work, painting, and decorating, supervising subcontracted aspects as needed.
• Complete reactive maintenance jobs efficiently and to a consistent high standard.
• Ensure all residents enjoy a high level of maintenance and cleanliness.
• Respond promptly to health and safety concerns.
• Maintain all maintenance and health and safety records accurately.
• Perform PPM checks (e.g., emergency lighting, fire alarms).
• Assist with daily health and safety inspections.
• Support risk assessment monitoring and escalate issues to the Line Manager.
• Carry out redecoration and repairs in apartments and communal areas.
• Identify potential areas for future work and communicate accordingly.
• Complete all documentation in line with company policies.
• Escort contractors on-site as required.
• Conduct building audits for health, safety, and compliance.
• Assist with periodic inspections and end-of-tenancy maintenance tasks.
• Prepare apartments for new occupants.
• Support CapEx improvement projects and schedules.
• Respond to emergencies and urgent issues per maintenance call-out procedures.
• Manage and meet KPIs set by the line manager.
• Coordinate with management to prepare amenity spaces for events.

Attributes & Skills

• Experience in domestic electrical, plumbing, or general maintenance is advantageous.
• Relevant qualifications in plumbing, joinery, or electrical systems are preferred.
• Thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation and its application.
• Building mobilization experience is a plus.
• Well-organized with problem-solving skills, able to prioritize and work under pressure.
• Commitment to meeting deadlines and ensuring quality.
• Team player with confidence to suggest ideas and support colleagues.
• Attention to detail and ownership of tasks.
• Professional, confident, and outgoing presentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Hours of Work

• 20 hours per week
• Monday – Friday, with 1 Saturday in 5 on a rota basis
• Hours between 8:00 and 19:00

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The Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life assurance cover

Mental health support

Company pension contribution

Work for Us

Our people are our success, and there has never been a more exciting time to join Downing as we enter our most significant expansion in three decades.

Our team values mutual respect and a shared goal to advance the business. Explore our current vacancies and consider joining us if you’re motivated by opportunity and want to be appreciated for your contributions.