Groundworker - Woking, United Kingdom - Parker Jones Group

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We are seeking a conscientious and enthusiastic Groundworker operative with a can-do attitude and flexible approach.


QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

  • A trade specific qualification minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in experience
  • Full current driving licence.
  • A DBS check is required before commencement of role

The key activities you will undertake in this role will be:

To maintain high client satisfaction through delivery of maintenance and repairs services ensuring a controlled and safe environment whilst working effectively and in a timely manner and balancing constantly changing priorities.


The attention to detail and ensuring that we conclude our work, with the right first-time approach to maximise and enhance our reputation with our customers, is paramount to the success of the contract.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Diagnose and rectify faults within core and other trades related repair requests.
  • To ensure that the quality of work always meets the highest possible standards.
  • Support all trades to deliver a professional and safe maintenance and repairs service.
  • Respond swiftly to all emergency situations and resolve them efficiently.
  • Keep the customer up to date with progress and plans.
  • Undertake all work efficiently and cost effectively, minimising nonproductive time wherever
possible and reporting any difficulties encountered to the Resource Controller and /or Supervisor.

  • Maintain tools, plant, and equipment in a safe, clean, and workable condition.
  • Maintain accurate records of works undertaken with photographic evidence as necessary.
  • Ask your supervisor for assistance when required.
  • Be willing to work out of hours, if required, to the requirements of the client and customer.
  • To work within the group and assist other contracts as directed by the Contract Manager as and when the business dictates.
  • Always maintain your company vehicle in a clean and tidy condition and report any defects to your supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Be an inclusive part of the team and be part of an oncall rota (Out of Hours) if required

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • To NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience
  • Competent in all forms of fencing
  • Able to use the phone and PDA to communicate effectively, explaining yourself clearly and concisely understanding what information you need or need to provide.
  • Be comfortable in dealing with tenants and remain professional even when issues are contentious, especially when explaining to tenants that the right repair isn't necessarily the repair they want.
  • Understand the need to complete outstanding pieces prior to starting in other areas
  • Be able to diagnose the right repair adopting the right firsttime approach
  • Be a team player ensuring lessons learnt, and good practices are shared amongst the team for future benefit of the service.
  • Have a practical approach to health and safety, ensuring that you and others are always safe.
  • A problem solver and be able to work out what is the right repair.
  • Be able to selfmanage and be selfmotivated, prioritising and programming work in the most efficient manner.
  • Be able to use knowledge and judgement to make the right decisions and find effective solutions to problems.
  • Be able to understand processes and actively engage in our culture

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

  • Able to do Fencing, both wooden and chain link
  • Being competent within your sphere of expertise

EXPERIENCE

  • Over 3 years trade experience, ideally in the residential repairs sector.
  • Have a good knowledge of residential Building Regulations

Job Type:
Permanent


Salary:
£32,000.00-£33,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Company car
  • Company pension
  • Life insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)
  • NVQ Level 2 Groundworks (required)

Work Location:
In person


Reference ID:
Groundworker/Woking

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