Please note this is a permanent position Working hours: 35 hours per week Interview Date: To be confirmed Devonport House is a residential life house accommodating 60 homeless individuals. The Salvation Army forms part of the Christian church and boasts an extensive social remit, providing a range of social and community services, including services for children and the elderly, those trapped in modern-day slavery, homeless people, individuals struggling with addiction, and people seeking employment. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out short term reactive repairs and maintenance, internally and externally. Basic Carpentry/Joinery, Manual Handling, Painting and Decorating. To assist plumbers, electricians and other outside contractors and ensure that work is completed to a satisfactory standard. On a day-to-day basis, carry out work as necessary in accordance with health and hygiene regulations. Keeping the appearance of the centre to a high standard. Undertake training as deemed necessary. Work as part of the staff team within the centre to ensure the overall aims of the agency are achieved. Conduct building checks and identify any maintenance issues. The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate: Physically fit and in good health Flexibility and strong work ethic Practical experience in a similar role Excellent communication skills Trade knowledge Computer knowledge - Email and Word Ability to work on own initiative without close supervision Ability to prioritise workload In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments. In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting. Appointment subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK, and a Basic DBS check. For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please click here and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship. Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration. We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications. Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.