Estates Work Assistant

Due to continued growth, we're looking for an Estate Works Assistant to join YTL Developments and play a key role at Brabazon.

You will work alongside an established team to deliver planned and reactive estate support to our 400-acre regeneration project. This is a varied role with both technical and hands-on aspects. You'll ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with health and safety requirements, Estate procedures and operational priorities.

What You'll Do

You will:

• deliver planned and reactive maintenance works across the Estate, including minor repairs, fencing repairs, strimming, hedge cutting, reptile fence maintenance, litter picking and similar estate management activities
• carry out all works safely and to a high standard, in accordance with the applicable RAMS, health and safety legislation, YTL policies and procedures and safe systems of work
• contribute to weekly work planning and daily briefings with the Estates Works Supervisor, advising on the most effective approach to tasks and helping to plan future works
• undertake regular patrols of Estate fence lines, boundaries and other areas to confirm they remain secure and intact, including surveys using our camera system where required
• proactively identify, report and resolve maintenance defects, disrepair and incidents, and recommend cost-effective solutions
• record activity and progress accurately using IT reporting systems, workstream trackers, task checklists and forms, and escalating any non-compliance to the Estates Works Supervisor
• complete pre-use checks of tools and equipment, report defects, and keep tools, equipment and work areas clean, safe and in good order
• assist with the upkeep of Estate vehicles, limited to cleaning, routine visual checks and reporting any defects to the Estates Works Supervisor
• act as one of a number of keyholders for the Estates Team, which may require an emergency response outside normal working hours.

What You'll Need

You'll ideally bring:

• practical experience of property, grounds or land maintenance, ideally within an estate, construction or facilities environment
• competentcy in carrying out minor repairs using hand and power tools
• experience of safely operating grounds maintenance equipment such as strimmers and hedge trimmers
• the ability to understand and work to RAMS, recognise the risks associated with tasks and follow health and safety procedures
• knowledge of, or willingness to be trained in, pre-use checks of tools, equipment and machinery and the identification of hazards and defects. Training will be provided where required
• the ability to maintain and safely operate equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
• the ability to identify faults and defects, recommend solutions and escalate where required
• experience of working around contractors, traffic management, deliveries or construction activities would be advantageous
• good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deal courteously with colleagues, tenants, contractors and visitors
• basic IT skills to record activity, complete digital checklists and use reporting systems, mobile apps and email
• the ability to take instructions, update progress and close out actions promptly
• skills as a team player who can also work alone, prioritise tasks independently and use discretion
• good time management, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing site requirements and priorities
• initiative and a sense of urgency, and is willing to suggest practical, cost-effective solutions
• a commitment to continuous improvement, diversity and inclusion.

This is a site-based role, so you'll also need a valid driving licence.

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 450-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industrial, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.