Location: Cardiff (Mobile Role Across Council Housing, Hostels & Community Living Schemes)
Rate: £18.92 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: 11-Month Contract
Hours: 37 Hours Per Week
Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Required
Pay: Bi-weekly
We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our Housing & Communities team. This role is crucial in ensuring the upkeep and safety of council housing, temporary accommodations, hostels, and community living schemes. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including general repairs, property maintenance, decorating, basic carpentry, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Your work will be vital in maintaining safe and well-kept living environments for residents.
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Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and general property upkeep.
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Engage in painting, decorating, basic carpentry, and minor repair tasks.
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Address maintenance needs identified by housing teams and site staff.
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Prioritize and respond to urgent maintenance requests.
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Assist in moving and relocating furniture and equipment.
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Procure and collect necessary maintenance materials and supplies.
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Manage and maintain stock and equipment for maintenance tasks.
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Keep communal areas, grounds, bin stores, and car parks clean and safe.
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Remove bulk waste and litter as needed.
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Accurately record, update, and report maintenance activities.
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Ensure adherence to Fire Safety, Health & Safety, and Council protocols.
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Support the operation of hostels and community living schemes.
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Undertake driving duties related to the service.
Requirements:
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Proven experience in general maintenance and repair work in domestic or commercial settings.
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Strong customer service skills.
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Practical skills across various maintenance tasks.
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Ability to work independently and exercise initiative.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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Capability to work effectively within a team.
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Proficient written and numerical skills.
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Familiarity with modern technology and mobile devices.
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Positive and adaptable work attitude.
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Full UK Driving Licence.
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NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent trade qualification.
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Experience in:
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Carpentry
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Plumbing
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Decorating
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Property Maintenance
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Experience working within Housing or Local Authority environments.
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This is a mobile role covering various locations across Cardiff.
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Uniform and identification badge are mandatory.
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Weekend work may be required on a rotational basis.
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Participation in an out-of-hours rota may be necessary.
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£18.92 per hour (Umbrella)
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11-Month Contract
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37 Hours Per Week
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Mobile Working Across Cardiff
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Bi-weekly Pay
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Opportunity to work in a dynamic Housing Maintenance service.
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Diverse role supporting residents and community facilities.
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Potential for contract extension.
Ideal for candidates with experience as a Maintenance Operative, Handyperson, Property Maintenance Technician, Multi-Skilled Operative, Caretaker, Mobile Maintenance Officer, Housing Maintenance Operative, or Facilities Maintenance Assistant.
