Overview
At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers. We are the UK's leading Social Enterprise, dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.
Role: Maintenance Technician (Croydon area). You will carry out general repairs to properties and communal areas as directed by your supervisor, including repairs and cleaning in both occupied and empty properties, while recording work activities. You may assist with the installation of components like boilers, kitchens, and bathrooms, and participate in an out-of-hours on-call repairs service. You will conduct validation checks to ensure safety, assist with the delivery of materials and equipment, and manage waste removal safely. You will advise on actions needed for successful first-time repairs, highlight potential risks, and follow health and safety policies. Regular training, monitoring expenditure, and keeping accurate records will also be part of your responsibilities. You will participate in training as required and complete a satisfactory Basic DBS check as part of employment checks. Although advertised in a specific location, you will be required to work in surrounding areas.
Responsibilities
* Carry out general repairs to properties and communal areas as directed by your supervisor
* Perform repairs and cleaning in both occupied and empty properties; record work activities
* Assist with installation of components (e.g., boilers, kitchens, bathrooms)
* Participate in an out-of-hours on-call repairs service
* Conduct safety validation checks; assist with materials delivery and waste removal
* Advise on actions needed for first-time repairs and highlight potential risks
* Follow health and safety policies; maintain training and records; monitor expenditure
* Complete required training and DBS checks as part of employment checks
Essential Criteria
* The ability to effectively prioritise a diverse workload and meet deadlines
* Hold a valid driving license
More About You
You must demonstrate the Group’s values, be self-motivated, able to work independently, and manage your time while prioritising a large, varied workload within deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. You’ll need to use technology effectively to improve operational performance and customer service. The role involves physical activity and travel, so a valid driving licence and physical fitness to perform the work are required.
Benefits
* Competitive salary with annual salary review
* Company van with fuel card
* Equipment including power pack tools and tablet provided
* PPE and full uniform provided
* Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
* Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with option to buy or sell leave
* Overtime as required
* Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
* 2% bonus scheme for all colleagues
* Training and development opportunities
* Extra perks including discounts from shops, cinemas, and more
What’s next?
If you meet the criteria and are ready to take the next step, apply via our simple five-minute process, upload a CV and a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the role requirements. For questions, please email the recruitment team. If you’re a Places for People customer seeking application support, contact skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.
Please note that we may bring the closing date forward if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you’re applying from a mobile device, ensure your CV is stored in the cloud (Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox). If you are a recruitment agency, note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures and require pre-employment checks, including DBS checks where applicable, to promote a safe working environment. By joining Places for People, you contribute to our safeguarding culture and report concerns to protect those in our communities.
Armed Forces - We guarantee an interview for serving or former armed forces personnel meeting the essential criteria.
Disability Confident - We participate in the Disability Confident scheme. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability in the UK context.
Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse applicants who meet the vacancy criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
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