Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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We are currently recruiting for an Estate Officer to join a busy Social Housing team on an initial 4-week temporary contract, with an ASAP start available. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in caretaking, estate services, grounds maintenance, or a similar hands-on role.
Your new role
Working as part of a team of three, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving the appearance of housing estates across a designated patch of approximately 500 properties. The patch is divided between the team, and you will operate from an onsite base.
Daily duties will include:
- Litter picking across housing estates
- Removal of fly-tipped waste
- Weeding and general grounds maintenance
- Basic gardening and upkeep of communal areas
- Replacing light bulbs and carrying out minor estate maintenance tasks
- Ensuring estates are clean, safe, and well-presented for residents
- Reporting any maintenance or health and safety issues identified on site
What you'll need to succeed
- Full UK driving licence essential (van provided)
- Previous experience within caretaking, estate services, grounds maintenance, or a similar role is desirable
- Good work ethic and willingness to undertake physical work
What you'll get in return
- Company van
- competitve rates
- opportunity for further work
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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