Maintenance Operative - The Cavalry, Arborfield, Reading Operations The Cavalry

Purpose of the Role

The role of a Maintenance & Fabric Operative involves a combination of tasks related to the upkeep and repair of buildings, facilities, and equipment. The purpose of this role is to ensure that the physical infrastructure of an organisation is well maintained, functions efficiently, and meets safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Building Maintenance:
  • Conduct routine inspections of buildings to identify and address fabric maintenance issues.
  • Perform repairs on various building components such as doors, windows, walls, ceilings, and floors.
  • Respond promptly to fabric maintenance requests & emergencies.
• Fabric Maintenance:
  • Work with different materials such as wood, metal, and plastic to repair and construct building components.
  • Undertake painting, decorating, and a full range of DIY tasks to meet service levels and maintain an attractive decorative environment.
• Safety Compliance:
  • Identify and address safety hazards in the workplace.
  • Ensure that all maintenance and repair activities comply with relevant safety regulations.
  • Participate in safety training programmes and promote a safe working environment.
• Documentation:
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance.
  • Document the use of resources such as materials to ensure efficient and effective operation.
• Communication:
  • Communicate effectively with team members, line managers, and relevant stakeholders regarding maintenance issues and activities.
  • Provide feedback on the condition of facilities and equipment.
  • Communicate with other maintenance professionals, contractors, and service providers as needed.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Suggest and implement improvements to maintenance processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive fabric experience.
• Sound understanding and experience of meeting health and safety procedures & requirements, including COSHH, Working at Height, and Risk Assessments.
• Good customer relationship skills.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical drawings, instructions, and processes.
• Capability to organise oneself to manage assigned tasks and determine material requirements.

Working Hours - 8 5 pm or 8:30 5:30 pm

Salary - £32 34 K + up to 10% discretionary bonus

Please see our Benefits Booklet for more information.