Building Maintenance Labourer

7 days ago

Bury St, Suffolk, United Kingdom Flagship Housing Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

Flagship Services is part of Bromford Flagship. By joining us, you become part of a leading housing provider delivering community-focused services across the east, central and south west of England. We have a local approach, all backed by the scale and ambition of the Bromford Flagship Group. Join us to help create communities where people can put down roots, feel secure, and thrive.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Building Maintenance Labourer to be a vital part of maintaining the safety and functionality of our properties — with a strong focus on tackling damp and mould, in line with the new legal responsibilities under Awaab's Law*.

Location: Bury St Edmunds/Sudbury and surrounding areas

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform general maintenance and repair tasks on properties, including clearing properties, cleaning, and gutter clearance.
  • Carry out decorating tasks and address issues with damp, mould, and flood damage repairs, ensuring compliance with Awaab's Law*, which mandates timely action on these hazards to protect tenant health and safety.
  • Identify and arrange for the safe removal of asbestos, adhering to all safety protocols.
  • Work with schedules of rates to assess job requirements and complete repair cost estimates.
  • Collaborate with other trades and colleagues to deliver an exceptional repairs service to tenants.
  • Ensure flexibility to work additional paid hours as needed and participate in an on-call rota.
Minimum Essential Criteria
  • Proven track record demonstrating experience in a range of general maintenance tasks, including previous ladder work, full trade Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 2 in a relevant trade.
  • Strong practical skills in repairing or replacing parts, determining required equipment, and assisting with cost estimates.
  • Excellent customer service, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Competent in Microsoft applications such as Outlook and Teams.
  • Willingness to participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota.
  • Full UK driving licence.

*Awaab's Law, introduced in October 2025, requires social landlords to investigate significant damp and mould issues within 10 working days and take action within five. Emergency hazards must be made safe within 24 hours. At Flagship, we are committed to meeting these standards and ensuring our homes are safe, healthy, and compliant.

To view more details on this position, please use this link to view the Part I Play Statement.

At Flagship, we value your skills and offer training to enhance your abilities in people management, efficiency, and budget management. We are looking forward to building a safer and more sustainable community together with you.

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Apply today by submitting your CV and supporting statement, letting us know why you are the right fit for this role. Remember to check your emails regularly, including your spam folders, for correspondence from us.

Applications may be reviewed, and interviews may commence before the closing date. We look forward to hearing from you

Closing date: 27th November 2025 (Midnight)

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