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Platform Property Care are looking for two enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to join us, on a permanent basis, as Environmental Caretakers to be responsible for the removal of bulk refuse from our estates, blocks, schemes and individual void properties in Market Harborough and surrounding areas in Leicestershire.
What would you be doing in this mobile role?
As an Environmental Caretaker you will ensure that the properties and surrounding area you deliver a service to remain clean, tidy, safe, secure and in good condition. Working in a team you will share driving responsibilities, in one of our 3.5 tonne caged vans, to and from our sites and recycling centres.
You will need to enjoy working with people and be able to use your knowledge and experience to make a real difference to our communities and our customers, helping to make our communal properties great places to live.
This is a mobile role, covering our sites in Leicestershire so you need to be based locally as you'll start and finish your working day at our depot near Market Harborough. There would also be a need to travel to our different sites throughout the area as required so a driving licence is essential.
This is a full-time role working 40 hours a week Monday - Friday with core hours of 7.30- 16:00 and no weekend working.
We want somebody who has:
Ideally you will have experience of working in a customer-focused environment undertaking cleaning and caretaking duties
A positive outlook with a flexible, proactive approach and the ability to work as part of a team
You will need a keen eye for detail and be committed to achieving high standards
Good IT skills as you will be using an iPad to access a portal to log all required repairs and completion of health and safety checks
A full clean driving licence
This role also requires a Basic DBS check
Part of Platform Housing Group, Platform Property Care is a well-established property maintenance business. Working with us is more than just a job. We value the contribution that our colleagues make to our business; our vision is clear - we are growing fast, and we aim to achieve our plan through an engaged and highly skilled team.
If this sounds like the place for you then we'd love to hear from you! To find out more about this role, please contact
[email protected].
We do not require recruitment agency support at this time - all speculative CV's will be treated as a direct application.
Join us and find your purpose at Platform!
Working with us is more than just a job, you will be joining an amazing organisation that values you and your contribution, and where you can truly make a difference and change people's lives.
You will join the largest social housing association in the Midlands. We're much more than just houses; we build homes, strong communities, and make a real and positive difference to the lives of our customers.
We recognise the unique and individual needs of people, so if you are interested in this role but would like to explore a different way of working to the standard Monday to Friday, 9-5 approach, then please highlight this on your application or discuss it with us at the interview stage. After all, we want to attract the best people to work for us and we know that one size does not fit all.
Platform is a great place to work, we offer lots of opportunities for you to get involved, share ideas and shape what we do - from networking groups through to fun community and social events. This is an exciting time to join us, that will provide you with real exposure to the wider dynamics of a truly modern housing association that will play a major part in delivering our 5-year corporate strategy.
If we receive a high number of applications, this vacancy may expire prior to the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Platform Housing Group are committed to building a healthy, vibrant and inclusive organisation that treats people with respect and creates opportunities for all.
