Maintenance Assistant

Kisharon Langdon UK has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant to join their growing team in Colindale, Edgware, London

About Us:

Kisharon Langdon are a newly merged charity offering a wider breadth of services of enhanced quality, enabling us to better support people with a learning disability and autistic people and their families. 

From nursery and school to further education, through to employment opportunities and supported living, Kisharon Langdon will enable people with a learning disability and autistic people to thrive and realise their ambitions and aspirations. 

Whilst we support the Jewish community, we celebrate and benefit from the diversity of the communities in which we are based and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We’re looking for caring, enthusiastic individuals who share our values and are passionate about supporting others to live full, independent lives.

Maintenance Assistant - The Role:

Reporting to the Head of Maintenance, the Maintenance Assistant will assist in delivering a high-quality maintenance and facilities management service.  You will be required to ensure compliance, conduct inspections/checks/testing, carry out and/or supervise repair & maintenance works at properties under the management of the Housing Team.

Maintenance Assistant - Key Responsibilities:

- To ensure health & safety checks are carried out regularly at Kisharon Langdon properties and offices

- To carry out a preventative, planned maintenance program and undertake routine inspections of the premises, fixtures, fittings, utility meters, and grounds

- To carry out repairs, maintenance, improvement works and inspections to ensure the general upkeep and maintenance of the premises

- To act as a contact for Contractors attending properties, ensuring they are fully aware of the organisation’s attendance procedures, that they will follow full H&S procedures and permits to work are issued

- To ensure keys, access cards and access codes/fobs are signed out and recovered according to procedures, to maintain security of buildings

- To ensure basic electrical safety procedures are adhered to and PAT testing is organised and carried out as required

Maintenance Assistant – You:

- Understanding of basic maintenance strategies and buildings

- Be able to undertake basic plumbing, carpentry, minor electrical and painting/finishing trades

- A good all-round knowledge of the building maintenance industry

- Knowledge and understanding of current legal and legislative responsibilities related to Asbestos, Legionella, Fire Safety, Manual Handling, Working at Height, COSHH, Building Regulations etc

- Level 2 in Building Maintenance or Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations or similar

Maintenance Assistant – Benefits:

- 21 days paid holiday per holiday year which increases with length of service, in addition, you are entitled to bank and public holidays and major Jewish festivals. (Pro-rated for part time staff)

- Company Pension scheme

- Occupational Sick Pay after a qualifying period, which increases with length of service,

- Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme with free access to independent advice, support and counselling on a wide range of issues

- Development and career progression opportunities

How to Apply:

We welcome applications from all individuals who have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and all applicants will need to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Please note: We may begin shortlisting and interviewing before the closing date, depending on application volume. Early applications are encouraged.

Please apply online today with your most current up to date CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience in Maintenance and facilities management. 

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