Your Place
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Facilities & Maintenance Operative (Known internally as Maintenance Officer) Location: Canning Town, East London Salary: £(phone number removed) per year (depending on experience) salary increase in April Contract: Full-time, Permanent Why work at Your Place? 25 days annual leave, rising by one day each year up to 30 Bank holidays included An extra day off for your birthday A weekly Wellbeing Hour to do whatever supports your wellbeing 2 Wellbeing Days per year Reimbursement for gym membership Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loans Free eye tests and contributions towards glasses Pension We match your pension contributions up to 7.5% Internal training and development Membership to professional bodies where relevant Flexible Working Discounts on holidays, shopping, dining out and more through our Proud to Care scheme and blue light card About This role plays a vital part in ensuring our buildings remain safe, clean, and welcoming for residents, employees, and visitors. You will support the Facilities Manager in delivering planned and reactive maintenance, health & safety checks, and general caretaking duties across the site. Responsibilities Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly planned maintenance tasks (fire alarm tests, water temperature checks, emergency lighting tests, etc.) Provide first-line response to reactive maintenance, cleaning, and repair requests Conduct minor building repairs, spot cleaning, decorating, and basic plumbing tasks Inspect plant rooms, boilers, and equipment for leaks and general condition Ensure equipment is safely stored, maintained, and compliant with safety standards Support Customer Services with scheduled room health & safety checks Cleaning & Caretaking Perform general janitorial duties Maintain cleanliness and safety across communal areas Assist with grounds inspections and upkeep Clear snow and grit pathways during adverse weather Facilities Support Carry out porterage duties (furniture moves, room setups, etc.) Use hand and power tools safely and effectively Liaise with subcontractors to ensure high-quality work and safe practices Maintain accurate digital records and update internal systems Provide excellent customer service to residents Health & Safety Follow all organisational Health & Safety procedures Contribute to risk assessments and implement required actions Report and follow up on maintenance, cleaning, or safety concerns Other Duties : Undertake additional tasks within your capability as required Person Specification Experience Experience in building maintenance, caretaking, handyperson duties, or cleaning Experience with risk assessments or a health & safety qualification Qualifications Building trade or health & safety/facilities qualification (desirable) Full UK driving licence (desirable) Skills & Knowledge Strong understanding of building-related health & safety requirements Good communication skills Confident using IT systems Abilities Able to manage workload effectively Able to communicate professionally with a wide range of people Accurate data entry and record keeping Personal Qualities Confident in challenging unsafe behaviour Diplomatic, tactful, patient, and approachable Self-motivated, reliable, and punctual Strong interpersonal skills Pre-Employment Requirements Enhanced DBS check Proof of right to work in the UK 2 references Medical clearance