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The Client
Our client is a bespoke specialist services provider, primarily for the rail industry, but also within the utilities and local authority sectors. The company aims to be the preferred supplier for a total aerial arboricultural management service to the rail, utility and local authority sectors.
The Role
They currently are seeking multi-skilled mobile operatives to work on a mixture of reactive and project works across in the Essex/London area. The position is working on Commercial offices and Operational Railway properties over the London & Anglia region for one of the large train operators. You will be working alongside an experienced management team.
Key Responsibilities
This is a maintenance role, and you will be responsible for but not limited to: •

  • Building partition/stud walls
  • Replacing floorboards and joists
  • Fitting skirting boards and architraves
  • General minor Plumbing works
  • General Groundworks
  • Replacing rotten windowsills, assessing roof leaks, and carrying out minor repairs.
  • Replacing Doors and Door Furniture including locks, hinges, handles etc.
  • Decorating
  • Diagnosing and rectifying faults within requests and providing a conscientious service to the client.
  • Site Supervision
  • Ensuring that the quality of work always meets the highest possible standards
  • Supporting all trades to deliver a professional and safe maintenance and repairs service
  • Responding swiftly to all emergency situations and resolving them efficiently
  • Enhancements - on-call requirement (1 week in 3)
    Key Requirements
  • Must be competent in construction skills.
  • Full current driving license.
  • To undertake a pre-employment drug and alcohol and medical examination.
  • A trade specific qualification minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a construction specific topic i.e. plumbing, carpentry etc.
  • PTS (Personal Track Safety) would be advantageous.
    The Rewards
  • Competitive basic salary of £30,000 - £35,000
  • Fully expensed company vehicle + fuel card
  • Holiday allowance and time off in lieu
  • Company pension scheme

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