Maintenance Operative
Location:
Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Client:
Downing
Job Category:
Other
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Permanent
Company:
Square Gardens by Downing Living
Centered around green and open landscaped spaces, delivering sustainable living and exclusive shared amenities.
Job Description:
As a Maintenance Operative, you will provide proactive and responsive repair and maintenance services, ensuring faults and requests are addressed promptly to deliver an excellent customer experience.
Responsibilities:
* Perform repair and maintenance tasks including plumbing, joinery, electrical, painting, and decorating, supervising subcontractors as needed.
* Complete reactive maintenance jobs efficiently and to high standards.
* Maintain high levels of cleanliness and safety for residents.
* Manage health and safety records and conduct safety checks (e.g., fire alarms, emergency lighting).
* Assist with visual safety checks, risk assessments, and building audits.
* Support apartment redecoration, repairs, and preparation for new tenants.
* Support CapEx improvement works and respond to emergencies.
* Manage documentation and coordinate with contractors.
* Work closely with management for event preparation in amenity spaces.
Skills and Attributes:
* Experience in domestic electrical, plumbing, or general maintenance preferred.
* Relevant qualifications in plumbing, joinery, or electrical systems are advantageous.
* Understanding of health and safety legislation.
* Organized, problem-solver, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Team player with good communication skills and professional presentation.
* Fluent in English and culturally aware.
Hours of Work:
* 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with one Saturday in five on a rota basis.
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