Job Description
2 Months Contract with a Local Authority (Rolling Contract)
Summary
* The purpose of this role is to deliver operational housing maintenance services, contributing to the ongoing enhancement of the service. Reporting to the designated Repairs Officer, the post holder will perform a variety of tasks including inspections, repairs, servicing, improvements, and replacements as per job orders and work programs. A key focus is on elevating customer service quality and the overall ad hoc repair service.
Responsibilities
* Represent the council during working hours, upholding its standards and values.
* Execute individual or joint tasks within the assigned work area, adhering to current RAMS.
* Meet performance schedules, including maintaining appointments and target times for work orders.
* Perform trade-based work matching basic skill requirements and current qualifications, including multi-skilling as outlined in skills audits.
* Utilize PDA, mobile phone, or other technology on-site for direct communication with the Repairs Officer or office staff.
Essential Experience Required
* Sufficient practical experience in housing maintenance.
* Multi-skilled with OIL, LPG, and Non-Domestic Gas qualifications.
* Numerate and health and safety aware.
* Strong customer care skills and effective communication abilities.
* Willingness to undertake training as needed for regulatory and legislative changes.
Essential Qualifications Required
* CCN 1 Core gas safety element.
* Time-served apprenticeship.
* CPA1, CKR1, CENWAT 1, MET 1, HTR 1, Range Cooker, Unvented hot water.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 37 hours per week.
* Fieldwork across Northamptonshire – 5 days a week on-site.
* Must hold a valid driving license or arrange own transport.
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.
Requirements
The purpose of the post is to provide operational housing maintenance services to enable the continuing improvement of the service. Under the direction of designated Repairs Officer, the post holder will undertake variety of work including inspections, repairs, servicing, improvements and replacement items in accordance with job orders work programme supplied. There is a special emphasis on improving the quality of customer service and the ad hoc repair service overall.