Property Maintenance Operative

DCV Technologies; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing solutions provider is seeking a Property Maintenance Operative for the Gravesend area. This role involves managing various maintenance tasks, including plumbing, carpentry, and groundwork. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days of annual leave, and various benefits including health membership and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Health Membership

Life cover

6-month probation period

4% employer and 4% employee pension contribution

Laptop, phone, and other equipment provided

Mileage expenses claimable

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in property maintenance is essential.
• Valid UK driving licence required.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workloads.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing repairs and minor installations.
• Conduct carpentry tasks including joinery repairs.
• Handle painting, decorating, and plastering tasks.

Skills

General property maintenance experience

Problem evaluation and solution identification

Effective communication

Task prioritization

Attention to detail

Knowledge of safety regulations

Full, valid UK driving licence

Job description

Property Maintenance Operative

Location: Gravesend

Salary: 32,000 per annum, increasing to 35,019 after probation, plus either a company vehicle or 4,000 vehicle allowance per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm)

Contract Type: Permanent

Our client, a leading provider of housing solutions, is seeking a Property Maintenance Operative to cover the Gravesend area.

Purpose of the Role:

Reporting directly to the Head of Property, the role involves managing both planned and reactive maintenance tasks across properties within the organisation. Responsibilities include performing necessary repairs and installations as required. This position is home-based, with daily travel to complete maintenance and repair tasks at properties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform tasks in both occupied and vacant properties, including:

Plumbing: Conduct a variety of plumbing repairs and minor installations.

Carpentry: Complete a range of carpentry and joinery repairs and installations, such as:

• Installing and/or repairing windows, doors, frames, and UPVC components.
• Working on framed ledged and braced, and internal plywood doors.
• Repairing or installing fences, soffits, fascias, and bargeboards.
• Joinery tasks, including fitting or repairing architraves, skirting boards, bath panels, frames, kitchen units, worktops, double-glazed units, locks, floorboards, and stud walls.

Plastering: Perform patch plastering as needed.

Painting and Decorating: Undertake a range of painting and redecorating tasks, including:

• Preparing and cleaning surfaces using methods such as scraping, sanding, and steam cleaning.
• Removing old wallpaper and loose paint.
• Repairing cracks and holes in walls or joinery using fillers and sealants.
• Sanding and preparing surfaces for the application of decorative finishes.

Groundwork: Complete a variety of groundwork, fencing, and clearance repairs and renewals.

Required Skills:

• Proven general property maintenance experience
• Ability to evaluate problems, identify effective solutions, and perform repairs promptly and efficiently
• Clear and effective communication
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload to meet deadlines
• Good attention to detail
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• Full, valid UK driving licence

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Health Membership
• Life cover
• 6-month probation period
• 4% employer and 4% employee pension contribution
• Laptop, phone, and other equipment as needed
• Mileage expenses claimable from home
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Referral scheme

The successful candidate will need to hold a valid UK driving licence and will be required to undergo a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, in accordance with the responsibilities of the role.

Please contact Kerrie Collett on (phone number removed) to learn more, or submit your application today.