Property Maintenance

Caledonian Construction are recruiting for:

Property Maintenance and Operations Assistant | West London & Prime Central London

Pay:£35k to £38k depending on experience Hours:

Full-time, 45 hours per week

Reports to: Property Manager

About the role

We’re looking for a practical, reliable and organised person to help keep our short-let properties in excellent condition and manage regular linen collections and deliveries.

Your work will combine everyday property repairs, preventative maintenance and linen runs across our portfolio. You’ll also occasionally help with guest check-ins or issues during a stay.

This role suits someone who enjoys varied, hands-on work, can manage their day independently and takes pride in leaving every property clean, tidy and ready for guests

Property maintenance and repairs

Carry out everyday maintenance and small planned jobs, including:

Basic plumbing

* Fix dripping taps and replace washers and straightforward fittings.

* Investigate minor leaks around sinks, toilets and accessible pipework.

* Clear straightforward sink, basin and toilet blockages.

* Repair or replace toilet seats and basic flush mechanisms.

* Replace silicone seals around baths, showers and sinks.

* Recognise when a fault needs a qualified plumber and report it promptly.

Basic carpentry and fittings

* Adjust sticking doors and repair or replace handles, hinges and latches. Repair cupboard doors, drawers, shelves and other timber fittings.

* Fit curtain poles, blinds, hooks and similar fixtures securely.

* Assemble furniture and repair loose or damaged fittings.

* Complete minor repairs to skirting boards and woodwork.

Painting decorating and making good

* Fill small holes and cracks, sand surfaces and prepare areas for painting.

* Carry out minor patch repairs and touch-ups.

* Paint walls, ceilings, doors and woodwork as required.

* Protect furniture and floors, and leave a neat finish and tidy workspace.

Appliances and preventative checks

* Carry out basic checks on washing machines, dishwashers and other household appliances.

* Identify obvious problems, such as blocked filters, drainage issues or loose connections, where safe and within your competence.

* Report faults that require an appliance engineer or other specialist.

* Inspect properties between bookings, identify wear and tear and address small issues before they affect a guest’s stay.

* Gas, electrical and structural work must be referred to qualified specialists.

Urgent maintenance and guest support

* Respond promptly to issues such as leaks, lockouts and broken appliances.

* Assess the problem, make the situation safe where possible and keep the property management team informed.

* Occasionally assist with guest check-ins and practical requests during a stay.

* Be polite, calm and professional when working around guests.

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