Job Description

Job Purpose:

To support skilled tradespeople in delivering responsive and planned maintenance services to social housing properties. This includes assisting with a range of manual tasks, site preparation, materials handling, and ensuring work areas are clean, safe, and ready for completion.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist tradespeople (e.g., joiners, plumbers, etc) in the completion of repairs and maintenance work across both occupied and void social housing properties. Carry out general labouring duties such as: Removing and disposing of waste and old materials Cleaning and preparing work areas Loading and unloading tools and materials Manual lifting and handling Ensure customers' homes are protected during works by laying dust sheets and cleaning up after work is completed. Support site preparation and tidying on external works, including fencing, groundwork, and clearances. Maintain cleanliness and order in company vans, storage areas, and on-site workspaces. Monitor and report any health and safety issues or hazards to the supervisor. Assist with the safe delivery and handling of building materials to properties. Provide excellent customer service when interacting with tenants in occupied homes. Follow all health and safety procedures, including the use of PPE and compliance with risk assessments. Work as part of a team to meet job deadlines and service-level agreements.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

Experience in a similar labouring or site support role. Awareness of safe manual handling and general site health & safety practices. Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team. Basic understanding of working in residential or social housing environments. Willingness to carry out physically demanding tasks. Full UK driving licence (if required by the role).

Desirable:

CSR card or equivalent. Asbestos awareness, manual handling, or working at height training. Previous experience working with a response maintenance or housing repairs contractor. Familiarity with safeguarding and working respectfully in occupied homes.

Personal Attributes:

Hardworking and physically fit. Punctual, reliable, and self-motivated. Respectful and professional when working in customers' homes. Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills. Committed to health and safety and quality service delivery
No can cover every issue that may arise within the post at various times and the post holder is expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with those in this job.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/08/2025
Expected start date: 04/08/2025