Residential Estate Operative

Encore; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company in London is seeking an experienced Estate Operative. In this role, you will keep estate areas clean, support minor maintenance tasks, and ensure health and safety compliance. Ideal candidates should have a background in cleaning or gardening, possess a full driving licence, and be physically fit. The position offers a salary of £27,295, along with various benefits including 20 days of annual leave, a cycle to work scheme, and health service perks.

Benefits

20 Days Annual Leave + BH + Birthday

Cycle to Work Scheme

MediCash

SmartHealth

Eye Care Vouchers

Perkbox Rewards

Company Social Events

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, gardening, or minor maintenance.
• Competence in using a smartphone for work-related tasks.
• Ability to follow structured routines reliably.

Responsibilities

• Keep estate areas clean, tidy, and hazard-free.
• Conduct regular site walkarounds to identify issues.
• Support minor maintenance tasks and security.

Skills

Experience in cleaning

Ability to perform minor maintenance

Good social skills

Physically fit

Full, clean UK driving licence

Education

Good standard of education

Job description

Join Our Team as an Estate Operative in London!

This recently opened development in the heart of London is looking for an experienced Estate Operative who takes pride in their work to join their team.

Role Details:

• Location:London, E1

• Annual Salary:£27,295

• Hours/Working Pattern:Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm

What You'll Be Doing:

• Keeping estate areas clean, tidy, and hazard-free at all times
• Conducting regular site walkarounds to identify and report issues
• Supporting minor maintenance tasks (e.g. adjusting doors, handles, hinges)
• Litter picking and cleaning hard‑landscaped external areas
• Assisting with refuse movement and ensuring bin stores are accessible and clean
• Managing and maintaining car parks and cycle stores
• Supporting soft landscaping duties such as watering, leaf and weed removal
• Assisting with system testing (e.g. emergency lighting, fire alarms, smoke vents)
• Monitoring mechanical and electrical plant equipment and communal heating systems
• Overseeing the Building Management System
• Supporting contractor sign‑in/out and ensuring Health & Safety compliance
• Providing basic security support including CCTV monitoring and visitor badge control
• Checking contractor IDs/work permits and enforcing site discipline when needed
• Assisting with parking management and safeguarding

What You'll Bring:

Experience:

• Background in cleaning, gardening, or minor maintenance
• Practical experience in trades such as plumbing, fencing, or small works

Skills & Requirements:

• Good standard of education
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual duties
• Comfortable using a smartphone for work‑related tasks
• Able to complete routine forms and documentation
• Friendly and polite with good social skills
• Punctual, reliable, and able to follow structured routines
• Flexible to work additional hours when required
• Legally eligible to work in the UK
• Positive, "can‑do" attitude to problem‑solving

Perks of Joining Us:

• 20 Days Annual Leave + BH + Birthday
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• MediCash
• SmartHealth – Online health services for you and your immediate family.
• Eye Care Vouchers to support your well‑being.
• Perkbox Rewards to enjoy exclusive offers.
• Company Social Events
• Pension Plan