We are seeking a Drainage and Jetting Technician to join our Repairs and Maintenance team covering the Calderdale; Denholme, Dewsbury; Huddersfield; Leeds areas. In this role you will provide customer-focused building repair and maintenance service the role involves carrying out all types of drainage and jetting repairs to both tenanted and vacant properties in accordance with job tickets, opti-time appointment slots, specifications, contract drawings, and applicable regulations, such as Building Regulations.

We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. 

Requirements

Outline of key responsibilities for the Drainage and Jetting Technician...

• To carry out all types of Drainage and Jetting repairs to both tenanted and vacant properties in accordance with job tickets, opti-time appointment slots, specifications and contract drawings, to good practice, Building Regulations etc as appropriate and applicable.
• You will be expected to diagnose and problem-solve repairs efficiently, minimizing the use of materials and time, while adhering to a "Right First Time" ethos—completing repairs in a single visit wherever possible, ensuring high-quality workmanship and performance standards.
• To keep records such as required by either paper or electronic equivalent version, as required.
• Will be required to undertake measurement and quantification and procure materials requirements.
• To carry out all work with a high regard to customer care and customer satisfaction including ensuring that work is carried out protecting tenants furniture and belongings as appropriate, being polite friendly and helpful at all times and liaising with customers in a caring and sympathetic manner.
• To carry out appropriate risk assessments prior to commencement of work. Ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to protect the health, safety and welfare of you, tenants, work colleagues and members of the public.

We are looking for someone who has...

• A Full Manual UK Drivers Licence
• Prior experience in general maintenance or caretaking roles
• Experience in Domestic & Commercial Drainage Jetting.
• A knowledge of health and safety in the work place
• Knowledge of how to operate and maintain a range of hand help tools for construction work.
• The ability to handle clients and/or the wider community in a professional manner as part of project work

Benefits

In return, we are offering the successful candidate in the Drainage and Jetting Technician Role... 

• Starting salary of £26,862
• Annual pay scale increase 
• 27 days holiday (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holidays 
• Field Based Role covering the  Calderdale; Denholme, Dewsbury; Huddersfield; Leeds areas.
• A flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policies 
• You will be working a total of 37 hours per week, scheduled between 08:00 and 19:30 hours, any five days from Monday to Saturday. A typical working week may consist of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM from Monday to Thursday, and 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Friday.
• Working arrangements are flexible in line with our Smart Working culture so that we deliver an excellent and accessible service for customers. 
• Wide range of technical, professional, and personal development training opportunities 
• Attractive pension scheme 
• Health and wellbeing benefits including access to GPs 
• A range of financial and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial advice 
• We have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability. 
• To view the full range of our award winning benefits click on the Employee Benefits Link 

THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received.? Therefore, please apply without delay! 

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