Residential Estate Operative- Brentford, London

Encoreestates; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company in Brentford is seeking an Estate Operative to maintain clean and safe estate areas and support minor maintenance tasks. You will conduct walkarounds, assist with landscaping, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a background in cleaning or trades, a clean UK driving licence, and a positive attitude. This role offers a competitive salary and various perks including annual leave, health services, and rewards.

Benefits

24 Days Annual leave (Inclusive of Bank holidays)

Cycle to Work Scheme

MediCash

SmartHealth

Eye Care Vouchers

Perkbox Rewards

Company Social Events

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, gardening, or minor maintenance.
• Practical experience in trades such as plumbing or fencing.
• Legally eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Keep estate areas clean and tidy.
• Conduct regular site walkarounds.
• Support minor maintenance tasks.
• Assist with refuse movement.
• Monitor mechanical and electrical plant equipment.

Skills

Cleaning

Gardening

Minor maintenance

Communication

Problem-solving

Physical fitness

Driving

Education

Good standard of education

Job description

Join Our Team as an Estate Operative in London!

This recently opened development in the heart of Brentford is looking for an experienced Estate Operative who takes pride in their work to join their team.

Role Details:

• Location:Brentford
• Annual Salary:£27,000
• Hours/Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm

What You'll Be Doing:

• Keeping estate areas clean, tidy, and hazard-free at all times
• Conducting regular site walkarounds to identify and report issues
• Supporting minor maintenance tasks (e.g. adjusting doors, handles, hinges)
• Litter picking and cleaning hard-landscaped external areas
• Assisting with refuse movement and ensuring bin stores are accessible and clean
• Managing and maintaining car parks and cycle stores
• Supporting soft landscaping duties such as watering, leaf and weed removal
• Assisting with system testing (e.g. emergency lighting, fire alarms, smoke vents)
• Monitoring mechanical and electrical plant equipment and communal heating systems
• Overseeing the Building Management System
• Supporting contractor sign-in/out and ensuring Health & Safety compliance
• Providing basic security support including CCTV monitoring and visitor badge control
• Checking contractor IDs/work permits and enforcing site discipline when needed
• Assisting with parking management and safeguarding

What You'll Bring:

Experience:

• Background in cleaning, gardening, or minor maintenance
• Practical experience in trades such as plumbing, fencing, or small works

Skills & Requirements:

• Good standard of education
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual duties
• Comfortable using a smartphone for work-related tasks
• Able to complete routine forms and documentation
• Friendly and polite with good social skills
• Punctual, reliable, and able to follow structured routines
• Flexible to work additional hours when required
• Legally eligible to work in the UK
• Positive, “can-do” attitude to problem-solving

Perks of Joining Us:

• 24 Days Annual leave (Inclusive of Bank holidays)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• MediCash
• SmartHealth – Online health services for you and your immediate family.
• Eye Care Vouchers to support your well-being.
• Perkbox Rewards to enjoy exclusive offers.
• Company Social Events
• Pension Plan