UPVC Fitter

SW-007-UPVC-268 UPVC Fitter (Doors and Windows) £250 per day Van and fuel supplied Permanent role Depot based in Hemel Hempstead Working for a maintenance contractor covering UPVC maintenance and install repairs and maintenance to social housing and private domestic properties in Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, South Bedfordshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire. Position good to knows You will be working for a contractor, who are winning projects, contracts and frameworks down to their reputation and client retention, with a particular focus on partnering with Housing Associations and care providers. Due to contract wins they are now looking to increase their inhouse workforce by recruiting for an experienced UPVC Window & Door Fitter to join our growing installation team. This is a hands-on role carrying out high-quality installations of UPVC, PVCu, double glazed windows and doors across domestic and commercial properties. You’ll be responsible for delivering a professional finish on every job, working to manufacturer standards and ensuring excellent customer satisfaction **You must a full UK driving licence** As a company vehicle will be supplied for this role plus fuel * The expectation of this role would be fit to complete UPVC doors per day working on booked planned appointments * Also tidy and make good, removing all rubbish at the depot the next day * Would ideally suit candidates based in St Albans, Aylesbury, Watford, High Wycombe, Luton or similar locations that are an easy commute to their depot in Hemel Hempstead * The work is paid on price i.e. supply and fit one door £125 with the expectation to fit 2 per day (10 we week) * This role can be paid either on CIS (as a subbie) or PAYE route Key elements of the role and your responsibilities * Installation of UPVC / PVCu windows and doors * Fitting double glazing, triple glazing and composite doors * Removal of existing window and door units * Measuring, preparing openings and fitting new frames and glass units * Ensuring all installations are weather-tight, secure and compliant with regulations * Using hand and power tools safely and correctly * Communicating professionally with customers on site * Maintaining high standards of workmanship and housekeeping Preferred Experience & Skills * Experience of working in occupied residential properties and ideally in a social housing setting * As a UPVC Multi Skilled operative you will deliver excellent customer service and support residents with reactive repairs and maintenance across a portfolio of properties * Your work will be split on a job to job basis over a planned route with a wide range of general repairs and maintenance tasks undertaken on each job * Work closely with schedulers and planners to meet contract SLA delivery in a timely manner * The ability to advise your supervisor on any issues or challenges that require additional support * Work both on your own or in a team if other trades are required to complete a repair * Complete daily work sheets detailing work undertaken and materials used after each job undertaken * Working in a timely and productive manner What you need to bring to the role as the successful applicant to the Proven experience as a window fitter / window installer / glazing installer Experience fitting UPVC, double glazing or window and door systems Ability to work independently or as part of a fitting team Good attention to detail and pride in your work Your own 110v power tools and hand tools Basic IT skills as you will be using a PDA SOR codes knowledge is desirable Extensive knowledge of maintenance repair works Previous experience of social housing repairs, voids, or planned works Adher to company health and safety guidelines Work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders Show strong customer service skills due to repairs taking place in occupied properties Tidy work ethic, making sure all adjoining work areas are kept clean and damage free Problem solving and decision making Attention to detail Accountability and initiative Flexibility and adaptability **You must a full UK driving licence as a company vehicle will be supplied** Hours and pay * £250 per day (Average take home of fitter) * Company van supplied * Working hours of 8am – 5pm * Fuel or fuel card * Upskilling and development * Positive flexible environment Next step to apply for this UPVC Fitter role: As a candidate ideally with similar experience, you will already know the technical specifications of this role, but following your application of interest, you will have the role explained in more detail ITS Property Maintenance are acting as an employment agency for this vacancy To achieve the upper pay bracket you must show good experience of working on social housing repair contracts. The advertised rates are based on working CIS but a PAYE and holiday payment method and rate can be discussed, but this will mean a slight reduction in the advertised headline rate. ITS Property Maintenance specialise in working within the social housing sector where we work with: '05; Housing Association '05; Local Authority '05; Direct Labour Organisation '05; Maintenance Contractors '05; Estates Department '05; FM Contractors. Providing '05;Maintenance Trades and Labour Operatives '05;Operational Management Staff '05;Customer and Delivery Support Professionals