We have a fantastic opportunity for two Estate Services Operatives for Manchester City Council. This is a Full-time Temporary role for the next 3 months, with the possibility of extension.

What is the role?

Manchester City Council are looking for two Estate Services Operatives to provide a high quality scheduled and reactive janitorial service to the communal areas of buildings managed by MCC housing services. Performing gardening and common area grounds maintenance and improvement works across all housing properties stock. Carry out waste clearance of tipped or discarded materials which may include bulky household items. Undertake a range of planned or reactive miscellaneous tasks within the scope and purpose of the job as requested. 

What are your responsibilities?

• Support the development of a strong culture of collaboration within the team and with key stakeholders, working flexibly and encouraging and supporting others to do the same to ensure the consistent delivery of high quality, efficient and effective services, and the delivery of joint outcomes.
• Where required provide operational management and support the training, development, and performance management of team members to ensure all are equipped to carry out their work to the highest standards to fulfil service priorities.
• Deal efficiently and courteously with enquiries from members of the public providing effective and accurate information and advice on a range of council services, escalating queries where appropriate.
• Apply a range of knowledge, technical expertise and skills to safeguard residents, visitors and businesses and achieve a neighbourhood of choice.
• Undertake duties in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with established Health and Safety requirements, legislation and City Council policies, practices and procedures.
• Where required use and maintain a range of mechanical equipment to ensure the environment is effectively and efficiently cleaned and maintained.
• Develop community awareness through reporting incidents, and unusual circumstances or situations that may negatively impact on the wellbeing of residents, visitors and businesses.
• Personal commitment to continuous self-development and service improvement.
• Through personal example, open commitment and clear action, ensure diversity is positively valued, resulting in equal access and treatment in employment, service delivery and communications.

What skills do you Need?

• Must have previous Estate Services Operative / Neighbourhood Care Operative experience.
• Excellent people skills, as you will be speaking to the public, and other members of staff.
• Must be physically fit and healthy, as you will be lifting heavy items and working outside.
• Full UK Driving Licence

Next Steps:

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