Here at Sovereign Network Group we provide quality, affordable homes in happy, successful places. What we do makes a real difference to people's lives, and you'll share the satisfaction of doing something that really matters in a environment where your health and safety is important to ensure you and your colleagues stay safe and well, everywhere, every day.
Having recently merged with Network Homes, we are now an organisation of over 84,000 homes and the sixth largest housing association in the country.
We currently have a great opportunity for a Caretaker to join our Estates Team on the Isle of Wight on an 18.5 hour part time basis.
Working from our St Mary's Hospital site, you'll cover the core hours, Monday & Wednesday's 8.30am - 2.30pm and Friday's 10am - 4.30pm, with flexibility to change in line with the needs of the business.
The starting salary is £12,005 based on 18.5 hours per week with a free parking permit to the hospital site.
The role:
As a Caretaker at SNG you'll be making surethe property is well maintained in asafe and secure manner.
What you'll be doing:
- General maintenance tasks including some basic plumbing and carpentry, painting and decorating as required
- Maintaining adequate levels of spares, stock and supplies, ensuring effective forward planning
- Ensuring all common areas of the site are frequently inspected and maintained to the highest standards of repair
- Communicating effectively with customers and colleagues; demonstrating a clear understanding of the issue and using initiative to respond accordingly
- Monitoring and reporting any incidents or accidents to the Assistant Accommodation Manager
We are looking for someone who has a positive attitude who can manage their own time effectively and has a passion to deliver great customer service whilst working independently.
Tools/equipment/spares are available on site, a trolley can be provided although without any lifts in the buildings, a tool bag would be more appropriate due to the number of steps and stairs.
What we can offer you:
As a member of the Estates Team you'll be part of a friendly and dedicated working environment.
We invest in our people, and you will be able to develop your skills and be part of something that makes a real difference to people's lives. This role can give you the opportunity for a career within a successful and diverse organisation.
What you'll get from us:
- £450 yearly flexible benefit pot to use against benefits of your choice
- Uniform & PPE
- 25 Days Holiday (Pro rata) + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
- Chance to buy or sell holiday as part of our flexible benefits package
- iPhone and iPad
- Wellbeing discounts including discounted shopping & cycling scheme
- Generous pension scheme matched up to 12%, life cover at 4x your salary
If this sounds like a role for you we'd love to hear from you!