Caretaker/Maintenance Operative
Location: Hayes, Cavenham Court
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
Salary: GBP26,000
Overview:
This is hands on role, responsible for the day to day running, cleaning and maintenance of a site containing a residential building set in it s own grounds. Travel to another location in Whetstone may also be required.
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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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
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To complete end of warranty snagging
Cleaning Responsibilities:
To deal with all aspects of cleaning the communal areas as required including but not limited to:
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Vacuum hallways and stairs
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Sweep and mop lobby areas daily, removing any litter
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Deep cleaning of lifts inside and out and polishing mirrors/doors
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Clean main front doors glass
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Clean stair nosing/treads
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Wipe down flat and communal doors, push plate, kick plate and polish glass
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Dust internal communal window frames and sills
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Dust stair rail base
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Dust hallway and stairs skirting board
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Wash internal communal windows
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General high level de cobweb
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Inspection, tidying and cleaning of bin store daily/as required, remove items from floor and report bulk items left
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Emptying cigarette boxes
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
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.
Must have a good general maintenance background and the ability to deal with basic repairs
Must be able to decorate
Must be happy to undertake cleaning as detailed
Excellent customer facing skills
Have a flexible but organised approach towards the working day, and willing to assist/travel to other buildings as required for holiday cover and redecoration programmes
Ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role
A positive attitude and willing to go the extra mile
Willing to support out of hours call outs