Mobile Maintenance Operative

Circle VHA; Dublin; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle Voluntary Housing Association is seeking a Mobile Maintenance Operative to keep homes and estates in safe, clean, and good condition. You will perform repairs, support contractors, and ensure tenant satisfaction with completed work.

The role involves responding to repair requests, maintaining outdoor spaces, and assisting in coordinating with contractors while prioritising safety and tenant communication.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to carry out general repairs (carpentry, plastering, painting, plumbing)
• Friendly and helpful attitude when engaging with tenants
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Basic IT and clear communication skills
• Prioritise safety and stay well-organised on-site

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs (carpentry, plastering, painting, minor plumbing and groundworks).
• Respond to repair requests quickly and professionally.
• Work with contractors and check their work when needed.
• Keep tenants informed and ensure repairs are done safely and with care.
• Maintain gardens and outdoor areas (grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting).
• Assist in keeping estates clean and tidy (remove waste, graffiti, clear paths).
• Help with bulky waste, skips, and abandoned vehicles.
• Monitor fire alarms and act as keyholder for communal areas.
• Support community events and help tenants with heating or damp issues.

Skills

Repair skills

Handyman

Customer-friendly

IT basics

Safety-minded

Job description

About Us:

Circle Voluntary Housing Association was set up in 2003 and is a leading provider of social housing in Ireland. Our vision is to make a real difference by delivering quality homes and innovative integrated housing solutions to individuals and families in Ireland. We are passionate about our people and the delivery of a tenant first service.

Our team members are the secret element of our success. Their experiences, competencies, values, knowledge, and perspectives are greatly valued and have significantly contributed to Circle delivering over 2,500 homes. They deliver services to over 5,000 people and help create thriving communities.

We are dedicated to finding the right people who embrace our purpose, vision, and values. In return we will support you to learn, grow and excel in an exciting, flourishing, diverse organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment, which values every person who works with us and all of those who live in our homes and communities.

Reflecting the growing diversity of the communities in which we work, we welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders, members of the LGBTQ+ community and any background traditionally marginalised in society.

About the role:

We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Mobile Maintenance Operative to help keep our homes and estates safe, clean, and in good condition. You’ll carry out repairs, support contractors, and make sure tenants are happy with the work done.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs (carpentry, plastering, painting, minor plumbing and groundworks).

• Respond to repair requests quickly and professionally.

• Work with contractors and check their work when needed.

• Keep tenants informed and ensure repairs are done safely and with care.

• Maintain gardens and outdoor areas (grass cutting, hedge trimming, planting).

• Assist in keeping estates clean and tidy (remove waste, graffiti, clear paths).

• Help with bulky waste, skips, and abandoned vehicles.

• Monitor fire alarms and act as keyholder for communal areas.

• Support community events and help tenants with heating or damp issues.

• Follow health and safety rules and use proper tools and PPE.

• Keep records of work and report any ongoing issues to the Asset Team.

Key Competencies:

• Good repair and handyman skills

• Friendly and helpful attitude

• Able to work on your own

• Basic IT and communication skills

• Safety-aware and well-organized