Role: Caretaker/Maintenance Operative
Location: Basingstoke
Hours: Monday to Friday – 8am to 5pm
Salary: £27,000
Overview: This is hands on role, responsible for the day to day running, some interim cleaning and maintenance of 2 sites containing residential buildings set in their own grounds.
General and Grounds Responsibilities:
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To undertake each morning a visual inspection of the fabric of the building to identify any issues for resolution
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Sweeping of the car park area and a litter pick of the grounds daily/as required
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Some mowing/hedge trimming and general grounds maintenance may be required
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A visual inspection of the interior common parts to identify any issues for resolution whether cleaning or decorative
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To be responsible for the statutory tests for the fire alarm system, emergency lighting and fire doors
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Management of the parcel locker system with training given
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Bin store management – movement of bins for collection
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Preparation of flats for move ins
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Dealing with tenants queries on a daily basis
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Daily communication with the managing agent
Maintenance Responsibilities:
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To deal with general maintenance and decorative issues within the communal areas and flats.
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To complete minor repairs to appliances.
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To complete minor plumbing repairs.
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To complete redecoration as required/requested.
Cleaning Responsibilities:
- To deal with any ad hoc cleaning as required outside of the cleaners weekly visit to include but not limited to:
Vacuum hallways and stairs both buildings
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
Dust internal communal window frames and sills
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:
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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.
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Must have a good general maintenance background and the ability to deal with basic repairs
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Must be able to decorate
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Must be happy to undertake some cleaning as detailed
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Excellent customer facing skills
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Have a flexible approach towards the working day, and willing to assist/travel to other buildings as required for holiday cover and redecoration programmes
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Ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role
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A flexible attitude willing to go the extra mile
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Willing to support out of hours call outs