Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative
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Company NO1 CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LTD
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Provider BARKING AND DAGENHAM COLLEGE
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Location LONDON, E13 9ED
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Type Apprenticeship
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Salary Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector Construction and the built environment
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Ref NAS-2000063902
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Application Deadline Date 27/11/2026
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Start Date 07/12/2026
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Positions Available 1
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Working Week The proposed contract is for 30 paid hours per week, including college training. Actual attendance times may vary with the work programme: some site days may be shorter and others longer.
Brief Description
We are seeking a reliable and motivated apprentice to develop practical skills working alongside experienced tradespeople and supervisors. A typical day may involve visiting occupied or vacant residential properties, preparing tools & materials, assisting with supervised repairs and helping complete works safely and to a high standard.
Training to be Provided
One day a week day release at Barking & Dagenham College.
Future Prospects
On successful completion, potential routes include multi-skilled property maintenance operative, maintenance technician, specialist trade work or, with further experience, site supervision. Further
employment and progression depend on performance and business needs.
Vacancy Detail
General property maintenance
- Assist with responsive repairs, routine maintenance and refurbishment works.
- Help prepare vacant properties for re-letting and report defects or outstanding issues.
Carpentry and joinery
- Assist with doors, frames, skirting, architraves and kitchen units.
- Learn safe and correct use of suitable hand and power tools under supervision.
Plastering and decorating
- Assist with preparing walls and ceilings, filling, patch repairs and basic plastering.
- Support painting, decorating and making-good works.
Plumbing, kitchens and bathrooms
- Assist competent operatives with basic maintenance of taps, basins, toilets and waste pipes.
- Support kitchen and bathroom refurbishment work; no specialist plumbing work without suitable competence and supervision.
Flooring and tiling
- Help with floor preparation and fitting appropriate floor coverings.
- Assist with wall and floor tiling repairs and finishing.
Damp and mould remedial works
- Help identify and report visible signs of damp and mould.
- Support safe, supervised preparation and reinstatement after remedial repairs.
Health, safety and conduct
- Follow company health and safety, safeguarding and reporting procedures at all times.
- Wear appropriate PPE, keep work areas safe and tidy, and report hazards promptly.
- Only use tools, equipment and materials when trained and authorised; follow asbestos awareness procedures.
- Treat residents, colleagues and client properties with respect and professionalism.
Other Information
Must have lived in UK for the last 3 years.