Reference: REQ0099Description: A great opportunity has arisen within our skilled Property Care Team for a Multi-Trade Operative.Tenant Services owns and manages over 5000 homes across Stroud District.
The Property Care Team provides repairs and maintenance services to our customers, enabling them to live in safe, compliant and well maintained properties.We are seeking an enthusiastic individual, who is organised and has an attention to detail, is adaptable, and committed to delivering excellent customer service.About the roleAs a member of the Property Care Team you will carry out all forms of general maintenance works such as damp and mould treatment, wall and floor tiling, glazing; minor joinery works e.g.
gates, fences, fitting notice boards, painting and grounds maintenance.
Identify the extent and scope of the reported defect/s, rectify in order to meet work schedules or alternatively seek the appropriate authorisation for suitable remedial action to occur.
You will also have the opportunity to provide our out of hours service and occasional overtime working.About youYou will have proven experience of providing a similar role within the construction and maintenance industry.You will also have experience in;Identifying the extent and scope of reported defect/sCompleting remedial repair works in order to meet work schedulesWorking subject to deadlines involving changing problems, circumstances or demandManaging vehicle material stock by ensuring correct booking and frequent replenishment of items usedStrong attention to detailExcellent communication skillsWe are particularly interested in applicants who have experience of working within a local authority or social housing environment.
You will also need to demonstrate a real passion to provide excellent customer service.A full UK driving licence is essential.For an informal discussion, please contact Adrian Erwood, Operations Manager by email: ****** Date: 24th NovemberInterview Date: 4th December 2024In exchange for your expertise, experience and enthusiasmwe provide a range of staff benefits.
Please click here for more information:https://www.stroud.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/benefits-of-working-for-usIt is important that our staff reflect the diversity of our community, and we therefore welcome and encourage applications from people of all genders and sexual orientation, those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic backgrounds, and people withdisabilities.Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children.
Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies.
In line with the Council's duty to protect children and adults in a vulnerable situation from harm, we are obliged to assess the suitability of individuals for certain posts by undertaking DBS Checks.Stroud District has an energy unlike any other place.
It's green and dynamic, climate conscious and motivated, creative and collaborative, rural and urban, and unapologetically ambitious.
To find out more about what makes our place, our people and our businesses so special, please follow the link to our dedicated website:Stroud District – The Natural PlacePlease click on the Apply online tab below to complete your application, should you require any support with this please contact us via ******: Location: Littlecombe Depot - DursleySalary: GBP 31,364 per annumPackage: Excellent pension scheme - Flexi Working Scheme - Employee Wellbeing Offer - For more information please see the benefits section on our websiteContractual hours: 37Basis: Permanent