Maintenance Operative (18.75 hours per week)

Dogs Trust

Shrewsbury, United StatesOn-sitePart time

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Location: Shrewsbury, United States
Work style: On-site
Job type: Part time
Posted: Oct 12; 8 days ago

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About the company

Dogs Trust

Non-profit organization management · 1,001 to 5,000 employees

Our rehoming centres house thousands of dogs each year until they are able to find a loving new home, and the success of our centres wouldn't be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers; there is a real family-community within each of our centres. Come rain or shine, our team are out in all weathers to make sure the dogs have the best possible life. Dealing with thousands of visitors each month, our rehoming centres are the face of Dogs Trust and we pride ourselves on our staff providing the very best in customer service.

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What you'll do

As a qualified tradesperson or experienced handyperson, you'll have a good understanding of routine maintenance in a practical working environment and an awareness of current Health and Safety legislation. You will be an excellent communicator, with a problem-solving attitude and keen eye for detail. Above all, you'll have an empathy towards the dogs in the centre and a commitment to the aims and values of Dogs Trust.

What you need

Conduct grounds, building and vehicle maintenance, undertaking reactive repair of damaged or non-working items. 
Liaise with the Property, Health & Safety and Facilities departments on routine visits and audits; notifying the appropriate department of potential or developing issues and discussing routine work to be undertaken.  
Be a nominated fire warden. 
Liaise with contractors. 
Identify, take ideas from others, and implement works to enhance the centre environment. 
Logistical support for the movement of goods, people and dogs.

Key skills

routine maintenanceHealth and Safety legislationproblem-solving attitudeexcellent communicatorkeen eye for detailqualified tradespersonexperienced handyperson

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We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Operative with a positive and proactive attitude to join our team at our Rehoming Centre ensuring the centre is safe and fit for business purposes.We’re looking for someone able to carry out planned and reactive maintenance in the rehoming centre environment, including all equipment and vehicles associated with the rehoming centre. You’ll also support the management team in the smooth running and professional presentation of the rehoming centre. What does this role do?As Maintenance Operative you'll:Conduct grounds, building and vehicle maintenance, undertaking reactive repair of damaged or non-working items. Liaise with the Property, Health & Safety and Facilities departments on routine visits and audits; notifying the appropriate department of potential or developing issues and discussing routine work to be undertaken. Be a nominated fire warden. Liaise with contractors. Identify, take ideas from others, and implement works to enhance the centre environment. Logistical support for the movement of goods, people and dogs.Could this be you?As a qualified tradesperson or experienced handyperson, you'll have a good understanding of routine maintenance in a practical working environment and an awareness of current Health and Safety legislation. You will be an excellent communicator, with a problem-solving attitude and keen eye for detail. Above all, you'll have an empathy towards the dogs in the centre and a commitment to the aims and values of Dogs Trust.What does this team do?Our rehoming centres house thousands of dogs each year until they are able to find a loving new home, and the success of our centres wouldn't be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers; there is a real family-community within each of our centres. Come rain or shine, our team are out in all weathers to make sure the dogs have the best possible life. Dealing with thousands of visitors each month, our rehoming centres are the face of Dogs Trust and we pride ourselves on our staff providing the very best in customer service.