Handy Person Teddington, London, England

Spencer & James Limited

Full Time Teddington, London, England 25500 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Spencer and James are working together with a leading housing association managing in excess of 10,000 properties.

We are seeking a Handyperson to join this dynamic team. You'll provide general and small repairs for planned and reactive maintenance across our homes.

In your role you'll:

Carry out maintenance including (but not limited to) fixing loose carpeting, hanging and re-fixing items to walls, patching paintwork and minor drain blockages, toilet seat re-fixing and replacements, re-fixing door handles and loose hinges/items, replacing slats in blinds, shower fixings and rails.
Be safety-conscious doing your job, including while moving furniture and boxes or climbing stairs or ladders.
Keep and maintain records of time spent on a job, any material used and any other information required for audit purposes.
Report any defect or breakdown to the relevant team and record the instance in the site logbook, proactively reviewing outstanding work and updating as necessary.
Carry out reactive calls and daily inspections of the site as required, and ensure any actions are followed up and recorded.
Complete all planned preventative maintenance and update systems as required.
Ensure building services and alarms are functioning correctly and actions are followed up and recorded on systems as necessary.
Ensure that all relevant documentation is processed and systems are completed in a timely manner, including making sure site records are updated as and when servicing takes places.
Being responsible for the presentation of the building and have full ownership of all site issues.
Work collaboratively with other teams always keeping the customer updated along the way.
Always provide excellent customer service, taking the time to listen, understand and then identify the best way forward.

Were looking for someone with the experience of:

Previous experience in a similar all-round general and multi-trade role within occupied properties.
Ability to undertake associated trade tasks such as plumbing, carpentry, patch plastering, wall and floor tilling, knowledge of UPVC repairs and installations.
Trade Qualifications at National Vocational Qualification 2 or equivalent.
Previous experience in a similar all round general maintenance role within occupied properties.
Carry out light plumbing repairs and general lamp replacement.
Construction kills certification Scheme card.
Working at Height or Prefabricated Access supplier and manufacturers association (PASMA) or International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) certification
Good levels of IT Skills.

It'd blow us away if you had:

Water Hygiene training

Key Behaviours we expect in the role include:

Role modeling our values: We know our stuff / We make it happen / We care.
Demonstrating inclusive behaviours, respecting and embracing difference and listening to other peoples unique perspective.
Communicating clearly across different channels, adapting your style and methods to meet the needs of a diverse range of customers and colleagues.
Resolving issues by being open to new ideas and being flexible and willing to try different things.
Taking pride in your work and showing good attention to detail.
Taking ownership of any issues that arise to get them sorted quickly.
Holding your hands up if you make a mistake and quickly re-focusing to put things right
Remaining curious to find better ways of working to improve the customer experience.
Building trust by doing what you say you will.

If you would like to join a leading Housing Association, who were voted one of the best of employers of 2023, please contact Ivor Emmanuel @ Spencer & James - Your Recruitment Partner of Choice!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,500.00 per year

Benefits: