Caretaker/Maintenance Operative Location: Hayes, Cavenham Court Hours: Monday to Friday – 8am to 5pm Salary: £26,000 Overview: This is hands on role, responsible for the day to day running, cleaning and maintenance of a site containing a residential building set in it’s own grounds. Travel to another location in Whetstone may also be required. General and Grounds Responsibilities: To undertake each morning a visual inspection of the fabric of the building to identify any issues for resolution Sweeping of the car park area and a litter pick of the grounds daily/as required Some mowing/hedge trimming and general grounds maintenance may be required A visual inspection of the interior common parts to identify any issues for resolution whether cleaning or decorative To be responsible for the statutory tests for the fire alarm system, emergency lighting and fire doors Bin store management – movement of bins for collection Preparation of flats for move ins Dealing with tenants queries on a daily basis Daily communication with the managing agent Maintenance Responsibilities: To deal with general maintenance and decorative issues within the communal areas and flats To complete minor repairs to appliances To complete minor plumbing repairs To complete redecoration as required/requested To complete end of warranty snagging Cleaning Responsibilities: To deal with all aspects of cleaning the communal areas as required including but not limited to: Vacuum hallways and stairs Sweep and mop lobby areas daily, removing any litter Deep cleaning of lifts inside and out and polishing mirrors/doors Clean main front doors glass Clean stair nosing/treads Wipe down flat and communal doors, push plate, kick plate and polish glass Dust internal communal window frames and sills Dust stair rail base Dust hallway and stairs skirting board Wash internal communal windows General high level de cobweb Inspection, tidying and cleaning of bin store daily/as required, remove items from floor and report bulk items left Emptying cigarette boxes Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Must be self-motivated and able to work without supervision, often as a lone worker but as part of a wider network of similar employees. Must have a good general maintenance background and the ability to deal with basic repairs Must be able to decorate Must be happy to undertake cleaning as detailed Excellent customer facing skills Have a flexible but organised approach towards the working day, and willing to assist/travel to other buildings as required for holiday cover and redecoration programmes Ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role A positive attitude and willing to go the extra mile Willing to support out of hours call outs