Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Operative

Comer Group Ireland; Tallaght; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Training opportunities

Supportive team

Career progression

Job summary

Comer Group Ireland is seeking a reliable Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Operative to join our Residential Property Management team in Tallaght. The role focuses on maintaining the appearance, safety and functionality of residential developments through scheduled preventative maintenance programmes.

You will carry out preventative maintenance, cleaning duties, and basic repairs across multiple developments, ensuring high standards, safe working practices, and accurate maintenance

Qualifications

• Experience in property maintenance or facilities management.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Good communication skills with residents and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance across residential developments.
• Clean and maintain internal and external communal areas.
• Inspect water tanks and plant rooms; report issues requiring contractor attention.
• Carry out roof cleaning and minor repairs where safe access is available.
• Adhere to health and safety policies; maintain records and reports.

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Operative to join our Residential Property Management team in Tallaght. This is a staff-level, hands-on role responsible for maintaining the appearance, safety, and functionality of residential developments through scheduled preventative maintenance programmes.

Key Responsibilities

Planned Preventative Maintenance

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance works across residential developments.
• Complete routine inspections and maintenance checklists.
• Identify and report defects, damage, health and safety concerns, and maintenance requirements.
• Assist in implementing planned maintenance programmes.

Cleaning & Site Upkeep

• Clean and maintain internal and external communal areas.
• Clean and inspect entrance lobbies, corridors, stairwells, bin stores, and plant rooms.
• Clean public and shared resident areas to a high standard.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of all developments under management.
• Clean and maintain car parks, pathways, and external communal areas.
• Power washing and painting of the estate.

Water Tank & Plant Room Maintenance

• Inspect, clean, and maintain water tank rooms and associated service areas.
• Ensure plant rooms and service areas remain clean, organised, and accessible.
• Report any issues requiring specialist contractor attention.

External Building Maintenance

• Carry out roof cleaning and roof inspections where safe access procedures are in place.
• Remove debris, vegetation, and blockages from roofs and gutters as required.
• Maintain balconies and communal outdoor areas.
• Lay and replace paving slabs on balconies and communal areas.
• Assist with minor repairs and improvement works across the properties.

Health & Safety

• Adhere to all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Use appropriate PPE and safe working practices at all times.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and inspection reports.
• Report accidents, incidents, and hazards promptly.

Essential

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in property maintenance, facilities management, building services, or a similar maintenance role.
• Experience carrying out general maintenance and cleaning duties.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good practical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Physically capable of carrying out manual handling and maintenance activities.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Good communication skills and a professional manner with residents and contractors.

Desirable

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Experience with minor building repairs, paving, grounds maintenance, or external building works.
• PPE boots and own tools are required for this roll.
• Basic understanding of building services and preventative maintenance programmes.

Working Hours

• Full-time position working 40 hours per week Monday thru Friday.
• Flexibility may be required to respond to operational needs across managed developments.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company vehicle as required whilst on shift.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Long-term career opportunities within Comer Group Ireland.

This role is ideal for a proactive individual who enjoys practical maintenance work, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and is committed to delivering a safe and well-presented living environment for residents.