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General Builder

Reed • Reading, Berkshire, UK
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

General Builder / General Maintenance Operative

  • Location: Reading
  • Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
  • Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday-Friday (flexibility required)
  • Salary: Competitive, with additional payments for on-call duties

Join our Clients Maintenance team as a General Builder / General Maintenance Operative, where you will be integral in maintaining the structural integrity and functionality of a diverse property portfolio. This role is ideal for a skilled individual with a background in building trades and a proactive approach to both planned and reactive maintenance tasks.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Work independently or with maintenance teams to diagnose and repair faults in building services or fabric.
  • Carry out routine reactive and preventative maintenance tasks
  • Perform basic plumbing and carpentry maintenance tasks
  • Conduct minor repairs to roofing, guttering, pavements, and masonry.
  • Support the excavation and repair of drainage pipework or burst water mains, following safety protocols.
  • Install concrete or wooden ramps including associated handrails, ensuring compliance with listed building regulations.
  • Use MEWPs, cherry pickers, or scaffolding to safely access work areas, maintaining barriers and signage for safety.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records using the CAFM system.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent in a relevant trade.
  • Relevant NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent qualifications.
  • Experience in building maintenance within a reactive and preventative maintenance environment.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent time management and organisational skills.
  • Proficiency in using tablets and other digital devices for job tracking and documentation.
  • Good communication skills with a client-facing attitude.
  • Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary package with additional payments for on-call duties.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • A supportive team environment within a leading educational institution.
  • Comprehensive health and safety training to ensure a secure working environment.

To apply for the General Builder / General Maintenance Operative position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.

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