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Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Maintenance Operative
Location: Reading
Salary: 28,000 - 30,000 (dependent on experience)
Working Hours: Monday - Friday (Occasional Saturdays required)
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Operative to join a dynamic team responsible for the ongoing maintenance and risk management of a development in Reading. If you have a strong attention to detail, enjoy hands-on tasks, and have experience managing maintenance routines, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide general maintenance support to the development.
- Supervise third-party contractors on-site, reviewing RAMs (Risk Assessment Method Statements) and issuing permits as required.
- Report defects or incidents and take corrective actions after consultation with the Development Manager.
- Perform and record results of regular maintenance checks, such as Fire Alarm testing, Emergency Lighting testing, Smoke Ventilation system testing, and Lift Line testing.
- Ensure that maintenance tasks are completed accurately and recorded in the relevant systems.
- Undertake a variety of maintenance tasks, including but not limited to bin movements, refuse chute/area maintenance, light bulb replacement, painting, decorating, plaster repairs, and minor internal and external repairs.
- Maintain tools securely and ensure they are used by authorised personnel only.
- Carry out pressure washing/cleaning of the development as needed.
- Touch up paintwork in communal areas when required.
- Coordinate and arrange tasks for others as appropriate.
- Report on maintenance tasks and suggest improvements to ensure the highest standards of maintenance are met.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in facilities or building maintenance is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
- Strong communication skills for liaising with contractors and the Development Manager.
- Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays when required.
- Knowledge of health and safety protocols and ability to carry out risk assessments.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for maintenance and have the relevant skills, we encourage you to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a great team in a supportive environment.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
