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Multi Trade Operative - Joiner

TARGET HOUSING LIMITED
Rotherham, South Yorkshire
Full-time
Listed 1 day ago

Multi Trade Operative - Joiner

Department

Maintenance

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

£27,550.00

Multi Trade Operative - Joiner - Maintenance

Target Housing is a charity and registered social landlord. Over the past 30 years we have shown that stable accommodation and support can help transform lives. We work in a psychologically and trauma informed way to empower people to achieve independence. Target delivers the highest standard of housing and support to enable vulnerable people to live independently, fulfil their potential and contribute to their communities and wider society.

Main Purpose: To maintain the properties within the Target portfolio to a high standard; to carry out planned, reactive and emergency repairs as and when required within agreed timescales; to build and nurture relationships with internal and external customers.

Specific Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Work independently on task lists
  • Maintenance and repair work for buildings and facilities
  • Completing joinery, such as but not limited to first and second fixed joinery skills
  • Basic plumbing tasks
  • Assist and liaise with external contractors and others as necessary
  • Undertake emergency jobs (e.g. reacting to the impact of weather conditions on buildings and grounds)
  • Be involved with building and maintenance work, when required, to alter or create workspaces suitable for the needs of the business
  • Maintenance of buildings and offices to comply with current legislation
  • To understand and comply with Health and Safety regulations
  • Responsible for own personal safety and risk assess each situation accordingly using the provided safety planning information
  • Highlight any safeguarding concerns to the Management Team
  • Mentor new recruits to ensure they meet the needs of the organisation
  • Attend all relevant training courses and meetings as required
  • Attend a minimum of Bi-annual One to One meetings
  • Be responsible for a company vehicle and ensure all checks and documentation are completed and accurate
  • Adhere to all Target Housing’s policies and procedures
  • Perform any other duties as requested or required to further the aims of the organisation and as directed by the Management Team

Person Specification:

  • Able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team
  • You will demonstrate good aptitude for ‘hands on’ work and the use of hand tools
  • Good communication skills with the ability to follow instructions
  • You have a positive ‘can do’ attitude, with adaptability to change and varying work priorities
  • You will have excellent reliability & flexibility as a team member, committed to excellent levels of punctuality and attendance
  • You will be a high-quality installer/fitter/joiner
  • A full driving licence is essential
  • An awareness of Health & Safety working practices

Competencies

  • Team Work (Critical)
  • Effective communication Skills (Critical)
  • Planning and organising (Critical)
  • Integrity (Critical)
  • Communication & influencing (Important)
  • Customer Focus (Important)

There are many great reasons to join our team!

  • 28 Days Annual Leave (plus Bank Holidays) 
  • Mileage Compensation
  • Access Membership to Westfield Health & Lifetime Financial
  • Ability to apply for the Blue Light Card
  • Employer Contributory Company pension scheme (4%)

If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you.

Get in Touch: If you have any questions about the role, please get in touch with shaun.needham@targethousing.org.uk

Please note : We reserve the right to close our vacancies early if sufficient applications are received. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible!

This role is subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, a full valid driving licence, access to a road worthy vehicle and two satisfactory reference checks. 

Location

Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Department

Maintenance

Employment Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

£27,550.00