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Job Title: Maintenance Operative
Type: Temporary (minimum 3 months)
Location: Plymouth
Salary: £18.89 - £24.63 an hour
Hours: Full-time
 
BRC are working closely with a leading social housing provider who are looking to recruit an experienced Maintenance Operative to join their Repairs Team.
 
This role involves carrying out a range of responsive repairs and maintenance across occupied properties throughout Plymouth. The successful candidate will have strong masonry experience alongside broader multi-trade skills, ensuring homes are maintained to a high standard.
 
Duties:

• Carrying out brickwork, blockwork and general masonry repairs.
• Undertaking roof repairs and gutter maintenance.
• Completing drain unblocking and minor drainage works.
• Installing and repairing concrete paths.
• Carrying out fencing repairs and installations, including timber and concrete posts.
• Undertaking general multi-trade maintenance, including basic plumbing, tiling, decorating and plastering.
• Providing excellent customer service to residents.
• Managing your own workload and ensuring work is completed to a high standard.

Requirements:

• Strong experience in masonry, brickwork and blockwork.
• Wider multi-trade maintenance experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
• Pride in delivering high-quality workmanship.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.

For more information, please call Meg Smith on 02920 231000 or 01179 239100.
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.
 
We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. At BRC Recruitment, we try to respond to all applications, however, due to high volume of applications, this is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
 
REFERRAL SCHEME: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 once they have completed 3 months in a role via BRC! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

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