Property Maintenance Operative – Multitrade, Leinster Travel

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Dublin

On-site

EUR 28,000 - 38,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

22 Days Annual Leave + 3 Company Priv.

Annual leave growth to 30 days

Pension contributions (up to 12%)

Income protection

Paid sick leave

Life cover/Death in service

Professional subscription

Health screening

Job summary

Co-operative Housing Ireland invites a General Operative to join our Blanchardstown office, with regular travel across the Leinster region. You will support upkeep, maintenance and presentation of our housing stock, carrying out general maintenance and basic repairs to homes and common areas.

The role requires hands-on work, willingness to travel, and a commitment to high standards and tenant-focused service; you will work closely with our team, contractors and tenants to ensure quality outcomes

Qualifications

Proven experience in a general maintenance, caretaking, or operative role.
Good practical skills across basic trades (e.g. carpentry, painting, minor plumbing).
Full clean driving licence.
Willingness to travel throughout Leinster.
Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A commitment to high standards and tenant-focused service.
Experience of delivering face to face customer service.

Responsibilities

Carrying out general maintenance and minor repair works across residential properties and common areas.
Supporting responsive and planned maintenance programmes in line with organisational priorities.
Preparing void properties for re‑letting, including basic repairs, snagging, and presentation works.
Assisting with inspections of properties and reporting defects or follow‑up works required.
Undertaking basic works across multiple trades such as painting, carpentry, minor plumbing, and general repairs.
Ensuring all works are completed in compliance with health and safety legislation and organisational procedures.
Using tools, equipment, and materials safely and responsibly.
Liaising with CHI staff, contractors, and tenants in a professional manner.
Supporting contractors on‑site where required and assisting with access to properties.
Recording details of works completed, materials used, and time spent for reporting and audit purposes.
Identifying recurring maintenance issues and escalating these to line management.
Maintaining vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working order.
Travelling between sites across Leinster as required.
Providing cover or assistance to other teams during peak periods or as operational needs arise.