Maintenance & Facilities Assistant

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Maintenance & Facilities Assistant
We are currently recruiting for an exciting new role! As our supported accommodation expands into Stockton and Hordon we are looking for a Maintenance & Facilities Assistant to join us.

 

Job Title: Maintenance & Facilities Assistant

Location: Belle Vie Court, Norton, Stockton, TS20 2EJ

Hours per week: 22.5 hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £24’000 per annum (pro rata)

YMCA North Tyneside is a Voluntary Sector Organisation undertaking youth and community programme work in areas of North Tyneside, South Tyneside, and Teesdale. We are part of the worldwide YMCA movement, which started in London in 1844 and now has grown to become the world’s largest and oldest youth movement. Now more than 175 years later YMCA is operating in 119 countries, with 64 million people reached annually around the world. Guided by our Christian values, we believe everyone has potential, and we serve our communities so that all can hope, belong, contribute and thrive.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who is handy and can get those awkward jobs done, from clearing a flat when a resident moves out and helping get it ready for a new tenant, to completing repairs on things such as locks and minor plumbing work. 

You will be part of the YMCA North Tyneside team but will be based in Stockton and Horden looking after our 19 supported properties in these areas so it’s advantageous for you to drive. You will be paid mileage for travelling between sites. You will be part of a small team, Chloe (Housing Support Worker) and Sarah (Assistant Supported Accommodations Manager for Stockton). As we expand so will the team. If you are willing to roll up your sleeves, and have a positive attitude, then we want to hear from you!

Role Details:

The purpose of this role will be to carry out maintenance and repair work, this includes but is not limited to clearing/cleaning flats, decorating, minor repairs and plumbing tasks like fitting a washer ect.

  • This is a ‘hands on’ post – as stated above, a positive can-do approach is imperative with the ability to complete “DIY type” jobs.
  • Responsible for coordinating and controlling  works and refurbishments with minimum disturbance to our residents.
  • Carry out routine defect checks and repairs and liaise with the Service  Manager if specialist repairs are required.
  • Ensure repairs are recorded when needed then updated once completed.

Please note, the above is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. Please contact us for a detailed view of the Job Description and Person Specification.

For further information on the duties of this role please referrer to the job description and person specification:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1c6gmMVQOzSy9WimicHTWQeSIUro1JWLZmGZpy3vfcHQ/edit

To Apply: Visit this link below for our online application form

Closing date: please apply online by 30th April 2024.

Interviews: if you are successful interviews will be week commencing 6th May 2024.

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Why work for YMCA North Tyneside?

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Competitive Salary

Subject to age and in line with National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage

Employer Assistance Programme

Access to a confidential Employer Assistance Programme (which includes a suite of Legal and Health Information)

GP Helpline

Access to 24hr GP Helpline

Café Discount

10% Discount at YMCA Café

Nursery Discount

10% Discount on Fees at YMCA Day Nursery

Gym Membership

Free unlimited Gym membership for YMCA Gym

Staff Development

A nurturing environment where staff are encouraged to learn and grow as individuals

Making a Difference

Be a part of an established organisation that helps transform the lives of young people

Patterdale Discount

Staff discount on short breaks in the Lake District at Patterdale Hall Estate

Interested?

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Please apply by providing a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for the position and an up to date CV. Please follow the link below to our website which will also ask for a CV to be uploaded (if you have trouble accessing the application form or require a different format, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Please note: The health, wellbeing and safety of our colleagues and candidates during this challenging time is of paramount importance, with this in mind, we have refreshed our approach to recruitment.

All interviews will be fully compliant with Government guidance relating to social distancing. Upon starting a new role with us, we will ensure you are equipped with the tools and technologies which will enable you to do your best work remotely when required. Our longer-term focus remains on a culture of flexibility and encouraging colleagues to maintain a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements.