£16.25/hr
London, England
Temporary, Variable

Maintenance Operative

Posted by Adecco .

This is a full time position, Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week.

A Driving Licence is preferred.

Key Tasks:

  • Ordering of necessary work materials, paint, tools, parts etc
  • Using appropriate tools/equipment
  • Carry out internal inspections of communal areas as required
  • To ensure that all chutes are kept clear, and blockages are cleared promptly, and if unable to clear blockage it is reported to the repairs contractor
  • Ensure all repairs are reported to Building Manager
  • Inspect and monitor all minor repairs
  • To use cleaning machinery as required.
  • Keep all internal areas free from graffiti by either removing or reporting to the repairs contractor.
  • Maintain records of all jobs undertaken and keeping them under the priority categories
  • Cut away/remove shrubs/foliage from sites as and when required.
  • Ensure all communal areas are kept free of bulk rubbish
  • Carry out weekly inspections of lights/lamps and replace as required.
  • Ensure the safety and maintenance of the council's cleaning equipment, and take all possible steps to prevent loss, theft or damage
  • To carry out regular Health & Safety inspections and workplace inspections as required by the Building Manager
  • Retouch painted areas.
  • Intercom- fix an issue where it will not ring when someone rings a tenant from the main entrance.
  • Door lock change, Mattress removal and putting new ones.
  • Ensure voids are painted and all other repair jobs are completed to a liveable standard
  • Explain and demonstrate to tenants how to use equipment in their flats such as heating, appliances etc.
  • Weekly and monthly health and safety checks across properties including fire alarm, smoke vent, fire doors and extinguishers and keeping a record of the checks
  • Weekly walk around of the building to ensure there is no damage to the interior or exterior and to make sure entry and exit points are secure.
  • Window restrictors - repair, replace and installation.
  • Changing and installing toilet seats.
  • Installation of new fitted fridges and remove old ones.
  • Change Thermostat interface (cover which controls temperature.
  • Heating - remove air from pipe and radiator, increase pressure, fuse for heating exchange switch.
  • Unblocking kitchen/bathroom sink
  • Door lock change & Door frame repair.
  • Fixing a leaking kitchen sink.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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