Job Description

About us

KMA Homes is a specialist housing provider for individuals who are looking for safe and comfortable living spaces, we understand that finding a place to call home can be a challenging experience, especially for those who are vulnerable and in need of support.

At KMA Homes, we are committed to creating warm and welcoming environments that not only meet the needs of our clients but also reflect our core values. We believe in treating all our clients equally with respect and compassion, working closely with them, local authorities, and specialists to understand their unique needs, bringing together a more innovative and sustainable approach to housing accommodation services.

Our company culture prioritises diversity and inclusion, career progression and well-being for all team members.

Our business model includes sourcing properties that fit our clients and investors' requirements, remodelling, refurbishing or adapting them to the highest standards and being compliant with all regulations, our operations team fully manages and maintains them throughout their lease term, as well as our own properties.

We work closely with local authorities who place individuals from various backgrounds and specific needs, our accommodation services include HMOs, flats and houses with a variety of services from mother and baby units to disable units that can also be adapted depending on the client.

The Role

As a maintenance multi-trader, you'll be scheduled to visit our portfolio of properties across your assigned region (e.g. South London) to carry out remedial and planned maintenance, to ensure that we're always providing high-quality accommodation for our residents. You'll be part of a team of other field-based maintenance multi-traders, and property managers to ensure that repairs are carried out promptly and effectively.

What will you be doing?

Attending properties to carry out proactive and reactive maintenance repairs, with work
scheduled for you by your coordinator.

An accurate description for each job (photos/ videos) Before and after Updating information on our maintenance system (training provided) Completing jobs in accordance with service level agreements Registering job progress reports and completing job reports Liaise with other maintenance teams and external specialist Ensure planned maintenance and breakdown activities are monitored and any delays are logged and escalated to the maintenance service team Ensure that the highest levels of customer service are fully implemented to achieve customer and client satisfaction.

Job Requirements

It's essential that you have:

Substantial experience in multi-skilled trade repairs and maintenance, including plastering painting and decoration, plumbing, basic electrics, carpentry, and kitchen installation. Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a high-pressure environment Ability to provide expert advice to junior members of the team Close attention to detail Good administrative skills Ability to work on your own initiative without close supervision and as part of a team
It's an advantage if you:

Can work flexibly - standard hours are 9 - 6 pm Flexible to do earlier and later shifts to provide enhanced support for urgent work Flexible to attend emergencies out of hours Have previous experience working in temporary and emergency accommodation Have experience working with vulnerable individuals and managing HMO properties Driver's license DBS / Police checked (or able to pass these if you've not previously required them)
Benefits

What's in it for you?

23 days leave, plus bank holidays Additional holiday days for long service - up to 28 days Maternity/Paternity Pay Pension scheme Professional Emergency First Aid at Work training Career progression Paid training to acquire new skills that can help your career progression with KMA Homes. Flexible life-work balance
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 32,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

London SE6 4UE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you own a vehicle to use for work purposes?
Experience:

Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Location:

London SE6 4UE (preferred)
Work Location: In person