About the role

Main Purpose of the Role 

• To provide a comprehensive minor repairs service to Care and Repair clients to enable them to remain at home in greater safety and security. 
• To install minor works of adaptation or to complete minor repairs to assist client’s home from hospital and prevent re-admission. 
• To ensure high quality services are delivered to the satisfaction of clients and organisational values. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Home repair and adaptation work of a minor nature
2. Delivery of small works projects in partnership with Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council and Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board & Housing Associations.
3. Works include but are not limited to the following;

• Small Ramps and Home Access 
• Keysafes 
• Minor carpentry works i.e. hanging Doors, replacing kitchen worktops 
• External and Internal Rails 
• Grabrails  
• Installation of minor equipment 
• Minor Plumbing Works i.e. changing taps 
• Construction of steps and minor repairs 
• Levelling Paths 
• Safety in the House i.e. changing locks, security work, intercoms
• DIY Type Jobs

4. Handling stock control for Handyperson supplies and assisting the Practical Services Officer with quarterly stock takes. 
5. General housekeeping duties and adhering to Health & Safety legislation and Safe Contractor.
6. Reporting of any observed defects in homes visited to the Project Assistants.
7. Good working knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety.
8. Liaise with the referring officer as and when required. 
9. Upkeep of works vehicle ensuring they are well maintained and kept clean at all times including submission of van control sheets

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