Building Maintenance Officer - Chester, United Kingdom - Bolesworth

Bolesworth

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Chester, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Bolesworth Property Team
Estate property services, maintenance provider and facilities support department to tenants, clients and staff. Ensuring operations continue seamlessly 7 days a week. We respond to reactive requests, have planned schedules of duties and work strategically with stakeholders across the business.

About the Role

We are looking for a Maintenance Officer who has an eye for detail and who will pay attention to the little tasks that don't take long but make a location shine and deliver best in service customer care.

You must be willing to put in initiative when needed, like fixing things you see in need of repair before it becomes a major concern.

Work in a fastpaced environment and across a multisite portfolio
Carry out various reactive and planned maintenance tasks in a professional manner
A good level of technical experience and knowledge in a diverse environment for buildings and facilities maintenance, undertaking activities and support for building, maintenance, plumbing, and other areas of work
Perform minor repairs such as replacing broken locks, washers on taps, filling gaps on walls etc to a high standard
Leave properties in good order following repairs including performing cleaning activities such as dusting, mopping etc
Undertake internal and external repairs within the set time frames
Check control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues
Install appliances and equipment
If required undertake garden / yard upkeep by mowing lawn, collecting trash etc.
Conduct maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs
Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (eg ventilation)
Check functionality of safety systems (eg fire alarm)
Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations
Report any issues to the Maintenance Manager
Assist where required with works and record keeping of statutory compliance and insurance reporting carried out on the Estate
Where requested, monitor and inspect works undertaken by contractors to ensure they are completed to a satisfactory standard
Undertake property inspections where required and ensure any concerns are recorded and reported to the Maintenance Manager
Ensure Health and Safety guidelines are adhered to

The role will be primarily based at Bolesworth Castle, although there will be a need to travel to properties on the Estate.

Experience, Skills, Personal Characteristics

Knowledge of reactive maintenance and minor building works is essential
Qualifications within a trade relevant to facility maintenance are desirable
Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems
Flexible and adaptable approach to all situations to meet the requirements of a continually changing and developing business
Must have good communication skills and a customer focussed approach
Experience using hand and electrical tools
Ability to read technical manuals and drawings
Very good communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of Health and Safety at work, manual handling
Physical stamina and dexterity as this can be a physically demanding role
Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, visitors and contractors in a range of situations and will have a flexible approach to working hours
A full UK driving licence
Due to the nature of this role you must be able to work the occasional weekend, and some unsociable hours, as required.