Labourer

Rydon Maintenance are seeking a dedicated Skilled Labourer to join our repairs and maintenance team in Islington. The role will involve carrying out labouring duties on tenanted social housing properties.

This role is initially offered on a 6 month PAYE contract, with the possibility of a permanent position following a successful review.

Rydon Maintenance operates throughout England successfully providing facilities management services to a variety of clients, predominantly within the healthcare and housing association sectors. We focus on maintaining, improving, and enhancing properties with a range of maintenance and repair services. 

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We are seeking a dedicated Skilled Labourer to join our repairs and maintenance team in Islington. The role will involve travelling around multiple social housing proprieties in Islington where we carry out external redecoration and maintenance works. You will be provided with a company van and fuel card for travel so a UK driving licence is required. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. 

Reporting on site for 8am the Site Manager will provide directions on the workload for the day. These duties will include;

• Laying protection to flooring where scaffolds are being erected.
• Installing signage to scaffolds
• Cleaning and sweeping after scaffolds are erected and dismantled.
• Taking photographs of sites pre and post works and sending to Admin Team.
• Unsticking windows.
• Carrying out minor touch up paintwork.
• Assisting site operatives with works.
• Complete site-based documentation electronically or in paper format as required.
• Cleaning and maintenance of welfare unit.

This is a full time position and working hours are 42.5 per week, Monday to Friday 8am to 5:30pm

This is a fixed term contract, initially for a 6 month duration. Upon review there is the potential for the position to be made permanent.

What we can offer you;

• Competitive annual salary paid via PAYE.
• A company van and fuel card.
• 25 days paid holiday.
• Access to an employee discount scheme which includes a wide-range of special offers and discounts on insurances, lifestyle goods and services.
• Company pension, life assurance and income protection.
• Flexible benefits for you to choose from including Critical Illness, Dental Insurance, private medical and more.
• Health and wellness benefits such as free flu vaccinations, access to an Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme, BUPA Health & Wellbeing Plans, access to our Health and Wellbeing portal with an extensive range of advice and resources and much much more
  Opportunities to progress your career around the business.

• This role would suit an individual with some experience in construction labouring, maintenance, and repair work. Those with experience with external redecoration and response repair works within social housing would be strongly encouraged to apply.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, carrying and pushing equipment.
• Ability to work at heights safely, following relevant training.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations is preferred.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities as required.
• A valid UK driver's licence.

As a well established, progressive company we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals by offering an excellent benefits package that includes a wide range of core and voluntary benefits.

Rydon is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity in employment. Successful candidates will be selected solely on their ability to carry out the duties of the post.  

To apply online, please use the 'apply for this job link' at the top of this page.

Our application process is very straight forward allowing you to apply with a CV (from your Computer or Dropbox), LinkedIn, Facebook or Google+ and should take no more than a few short minutes. 

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