Site Maintenance Professional

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Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of repair and maintenance tasks, ensuring statutory compliance of the building fabric and mechanical and electrical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a high standard of repairs and maintenance tasks, including planned and unplanned works.
• Inspect and diagnose faults, undertaking minor day-to-day repairs and decoration to the building(s), grounds and equipment.
• Communicate effectively with residents, clients, contractors, and colleagues, demonstrating a clear understanding of maintenance issues and using initiative to respond accordingly.
• Promote customer satisfaction by providing regular updates to residents via various channels regarding ongoing or delayed maintenance issues.
• Administer all property maintenance and records in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintain adequate levels of spares, stock, and supplies, ensuring effective forward planning.
• Diagnose and undertake repair and maintenance tasks to a high quality, including plumbing, joinery, carpentry, painting/decorating, and lighting; or organize and oversee repairs to completion if referred to contractors.
• Understand and respond to health and safety matters in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Report any incidents or accidents to the relevant authorities using the correct system and documentation.
• Ensure all communal areas of the site, including refuse and recycling facilities, are frequently inspected and maintained to the highest standards of repair and cleanliness.
• Coordinate and accompany external contractors/suppliers executing minor works on site.
• Liaise with relevant team members within Estates Management or Operations teams to ensure transparency and clear communication when works are taking place.
• Monitor subcontractors' performance to standard and retain accurate records of their site operations, including all relevant RAMS and Permits to Work.
• Highlight and assist with the management of any community works.
• Assist the Community Manager in key management, ensuring high levels of security at all times.
• Ensure annual checks are carried out for their statutory insurance and qualifications.
• Manage and maintain all statutory testing records, utilizing other team members where appropriate.
• Carry out annual PAT testing and inspections of emergency lighting, weekly fire alarm tests, and fire evacuations.
• Ensure the gardens and grounds maintenance to the property are well maintained, clean, tidy, and hazard-free, supervising external contractors as required.
• Practice proper safety techniques in accordance with Company and safe systems of work guidelines.
• Be available on call out of hours to respond to emergency situations to resolve problems or contact contractors to address.
• Review site risk assessments as required with the Community Manager.
• Seek to maximize efficiency of utilities.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification(s) in maintenance or a related field.
• Proven experience in a maintenance or related role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Physical ability to perform manual handling tasks and work at heights.

Benefits:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• The opportunity to work with a diverse range of people.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced Maintenance Technician looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and skills.