Handyperson

Date Posted 05/11/2024

Application Closing Date 03/12/2024 23:59

Hours 36 per week. Optional overtime at weekends

Salary £24,062.74 per annum

Location Ellesmere Port

Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.

 

As part of our Housing Management Contract (ForFutures), you’ll be responsible for general housekeeping, cleanliness, and maintenance of housing stock.

 

Why ForHousing?

  • Best companies 2-star employer – our colleagues rated us an “Outstanding Place to Work”.
  • MyPerks – through our all-in-one employee platform (STAR) you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
  • SmarTech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
  • Wellbeing centre, through STAR access – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
  • Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
  • Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline, as well as wellbeing and financial cover.

 

What you’ll be doing:

  • Carrying out minor day-to-day maintenance across the Cheshire West and Chester borough.
  • Undertaking regular health and safety checks on the housing stock.
  • Basic painting and decorating duties.
  • Receiving, recording, and following-up on repairs.
  • Removing bulk items when required (with assistance if necessary).

 

What we’re looking for:

  • Driving licence and access to a vehicle.
  • Accurate record-keeping skills.
  • Good knowledge of health and safety, and safeguarding.
  • Experience in delivering cleaning and facilities management services.

ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We especially welcome applicants from the Armed Forces community.

 

If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on recruitment@forhousing.co.uk

 

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on application volumes.

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