Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant (Permanent) London

Location: London (Covering South West London, West London and North London)

Salary: 33,000 to 34,000+ benefits (with overtime paid at time and a half)

Contract Type: Permanent

Our client is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join their team and deliver exceptional service to their exclusive clients. If you're looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced, high-performing environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake general property maintenance and repairs including carpentry, tiling and general repairs to doors, windows and locking systems.
• Installation and repairs gutters and drainpipe systems.
• General repairs of basic plumbing.
• Source materials from local suppliers and manufacturers.
• Oversee contractors.
• Ensure that all work is completed to the highest standard.
• Liaise regularly with colleagues, supervisors and managers to ensure an efficient and effective service is always delivered to the client.
• Seasonal shift and on call rota.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, particularly to health and safety.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Significant experience in property maintenance.
• Knowledge of a building trade i.e. carpentry, door and window locks, decorating, plastering and tiling.
• Skilled in the use of basic hand tools for maintenance and repair.
• Hold a recognised City & Guilds (C&G) or NVQ qualification.
• Basic knowledge of current Building Regulations and standards and a thorough understanding of Health and Safety standards.
• Sound numerical ability for measuring and making calculations.
• A professional approach with particular emphasis on maintaining confidentiality.
• Full clean UK driving licence.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly reliable, conscientious, and punctual.
• Strong organisational, planning and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Self-motivated, with a proactive approach and the ability to work independently.
• Flexible and adaptable to work additional hours and be on call.
• Professional demeanour, with a focus on confidentiality and discretion.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Benefits:

• Employee Recognition: Long service awards and incentives for employee referrals.
• Training & Development: Ongoing training programs and opportunities for career growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits:

Enhanced private healthcare

Company pension scheme

Season ticket travel loan

20+ days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Discounts on travel, retail, dining, and more through PerksAtWork.

• Wellbeing: Access to private healthcare, including optical, dental, and complementary therapies, plus discounted gym memberships.
• Social Events: Be part of our fantastic team events, including Christmas and End-of-Season parties.

If you meet these requirements, please apply or contact Kerrie Collett at (phone number removed) for more information.