Maintenance Person

All Inclusive Lettings T/A Our Move Properties; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

All Inclusive Lettings T/A Our Move Properties is looking for a dedicated Maintenance team member in Gateshead. The role involves carrying out repairs, managing maintenance tasks, and liaising with contractors.

Ideal candidates will have experience in house maintenance, hold a valid UK driving licence, and demonstrate empathetic client relationships. Flexibility in working hours and a proactive attitude are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in house and garden maintenance.
• Able to work flexibly and offer emergency support.
• Valid UK driving licence and own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs and decorations within various projects.
• Manage and supervise maintenance tasks and team members.
• Oversee health and safety checks and compliance.

Skills

Experience in house and garden maintenance

Team player

Able to liaise professionally

Hold a valid UK driving licence

Empathy with all client groups

Organise workload

Job description

Our Move Properties are now looking to hire Maintenance team

• To carry out repairs to equipment and fabric within the home.
• To carry out general decorating and redecoration duties within the projects.
• To deal with minor plumbing and electrical problems/faults within the projects within reasonable current health and safety restrictions.
• To check all electrical lights inside and outside on a regular basis.
• To carry out fire alarm testing and health and safety checks within all projects.
• To ensure that the gardens of all projects are kept free of rubbish and tidy, to include grass cutting, sweeping and general gardening duties.
• To liaise with contractors, obtain quotes and oversee works being carried out.
• To travel to community locations to advise and carry out minor repairs and installations as required.
• To be able to install self assembly kitchens.
• To assist with heavy cleaning within projects (i.e. carpet shampooing, moving furniture)
• Transferring and managing the storage of archive material as required.
• Visiting projects in other areas to carry out maintenance if required. Rail tickets will be claimed on expenses.
• To communicate and report directly to the Property and Maintenance Manager and the Head of Operational Support regarding all health, safety and maintenance issue and proposed works.
• Managing regular maintenance and responding to incidents regarding the rain water and waste water sewage pump.
• Co-operating with staff teams of project areas during progress of any works.
• Report problems and concerns about equipment, health and safety, people, accidents and incidents to senior staff.
• Communicate effectively with the Registered Managers, clients, Residents, Project Managers, Professionals and Senior Management Team.
• Be hospitable, friendly and inclusive to all families and visitors.
• As a member of the team, attend and participate in training and be prepared to undertake other tasks as directed or required to assist in the smooth running of the home.
• Maintain individuals’ confidentiality at all times.
• Complete accurate records as appropriate and required.
• Ensure that all work complies with health and safety rules and Our Move Properties policies and procedures.
• To support and supervise maintenance team.
• Attend supervisions, appraisals and staff meetings as required.
• Carry out any other duties consistent with the post as reasonably requested.
• Support the implementation and management of the planned maintenance for all projects.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills required

• Experience in house and garden maintenance.
• Flexible working times.
• Empathy with all client groups and demonstrate patience.
• A team player, able to work effectively with others.
• Able to liaise professionally with outside agencies.
• Able to organise work load.
• Willing to offer advice and attend in an emergency situation when off duty.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence and own their own car which will be used for work travelling expenses will be paid.
• Experience of project maintenance in a care setting.
• Able to work to high standards and be accountable for your actions.
• Client focused, empathetic and understanding of individuals and alert their general welfare and needs.
• Be non-judgemental.
• The ability to follow instructions and directions.
• Energetic, cheerful and with an ability and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Must have a car or van.