Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Fire and Security Operative
Rochford – covering sites across the South East and East
£37,794 - £39,784 per year
40 hours per week
Do you have experience working with Fire and Security systems? If so, this could be the role for you!
We are recruiting a Fire and Security Operative to join our Fire and Security team, based in Rochford. You will form part of a dedicated team responsible for carrying out routine maintenance, repairs and installation on life safety and security systems such as Fire Alarms, Emergency Lighting, CCTV, warden call and door access, ensuring the properties are safe and compliant. This role includes a company van and you will cover different areas across the South East region.
The role of Fire and Security Operative will include:
- Carrying out the servicing, remedial works and installation of fire alarms, extinguishers and security systems, including warden call
- Maintaining systems including fire alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, fire shutters and curtains to ensure safe and compliant properties
- Resolving problems or setting into motion the means of resolution, ensuring customers are kept informed
- Ensuring tools and equipment are maintained in good condition and stocks are replenished as needed
Skills and experiences:
- To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to City & Guilds qualification, or NVQ 3 in relevant trade is desirable. FIA industry standard qualifications, Electrical 18th Edition wiring regulations, Safe Isolation, Small Works Certificate, currently undertaking the qualifications or prepared to undertake these qualifications with the support of Sanctuary Group.
- Experience of undertaking a similar role, working in a fire and security environment
- Working knowledge of the application of Health and Safety legislation
- Knowledge of analysing and diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence
As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications. Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted.
About us
Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
- 24 days annual leave plus public holidays
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
- £37,794 per annum (rising to £39,784 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)
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Closing Date: 07 April 2024
We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.
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Building Equality and Diversity
Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.
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