Maintenance Operative

We are recruiting!This is an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Operative to join our Head Office Team. If you are looking for a fast-paced, dynamic and growing business, that has a track record of investing and developing its people, then don't delay further, go ahead and send in your CV.

The Maintenance Operative will join an existing team of three, and will directly undertake in-house maintenance routines, reporting to the Maintenance Manager. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to utilise the equipment, materials, and other resources made available to them, as well as work in collaboration with team members and contractors, ensuring the highest quality of service is provided.

Duties include: To undertake and support the ongoing maintenance management routines of the developments managed by POD, aiming to ensure maintenance and risk management tasks are completed in an efficient and timely manner. This will include but is not limited to:

• Provide general maintenance support across the portfolio and working to a pre-planned schedule of inspections.
• Carry out and record the results / outcome of weekly, monthly, and other cyclical checks, testing and maintenance routines, including but not limited to Fire Door compliance, Emergency Lighting testing, Smoke Ventilation system testing and Lift Line testing.
• Report defects / incidents (either observed or reported) and take corrective action after consultation with your line manager.
• Ensuring routine maintenance tasks are completed to a high standard and are recorded in the relevant systems.
• Provide a clear and concise report of inspection findings and recommendations.
• Delivering a high level of service to internal and external customers.
• Ensure all tools are maintained and kept securely, only used by authorised personnel
• Supporting the portfolio risk management routines, utilizing PODs systems and processes to ensure compliance
• Liaising with Property Managers and Site Management Teams to facilitate risk assessments and routine-cycle testing
• Completing risk actions, equipment testing (in and outside of the apartments) and recording the same. This is not limited to but would include fire alarm testing, tap / show flushing, smoke ventilation testing, water testing, plant room inspections and sprinkler tests
• Maintaining a detailed audit trial of all actions and certification within the POD system

Essential Requirements & Experience -

• Have a sound knowledge of, &/or proficiency in, routine and proactive maintenance
• Have an excellent understanding of Health & Safety regulations and risk assessments (relevant qualifications and safety certifications are advantageous)
• Be familiar with building systems and have worked in a built environment role
• Be able to work independently, making critical decisions when necessary
• Have a positive and proactive attitude towards planning and working efficiently
• Demonstrate good communication skills, both verbally and written, with competency in basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Experience in pre-planned maintenance routines

Highly Desirable Skills -

• Be knowledgeable of fire doors compliance with relevant codes and standards
• Have completed FDIS and IOSH training

Personal Attributes & Abilities:

• Team Player
• Works well under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Highly organised and routine driven
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Results focused
• Excellent communication skills both written & oral
• A logical and methodical approach to problems
• Exhibits a 'right first time’ approach to their work
• Excellent attention to detail
• A motivate self-starter who can take ownership
• Ability to manage and prioritise own workload

At POD we are committed to the POD Values:

You should always display the key POD values of being:

• Meticulous- preparation, process, detail, diligent, methodical, specific
• Dedicated - commitment, belief, passion, self-discipline, enthusiasm
• Smart - innovative, resourceful, original, creative, effective
• Supportive - collaborative, honest, communicative, flexible, team-player

Benefits:

- 22 Days Paid Holiday (and 8 BHs)

- Birthday Holiday

- Cash Back for Wellbeing

- Free parking on site

- Life Insurance