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Voids Operative and Driver

Service Care Solutions have a vacancy for a Voids Operative Driver for a client they are working with based out of Devon on a temporary ongoing contract.



In this position, the Voids Operative Driver will cover parts of Devon as part of a team carrying out Voids and Repairs work.



You will be responsible for assisting other staff in carrying out both void and responsive repairs works by undertaking duties for which no formal trade qualification is required.


The post holder must have a valid licence and experience of driving vehicles up to and exceeding 7.5 tonnes, towing trailers and have experience driving plant machinery, including mini diggers and dumpers.


Core duties will include property clearances, garden clearance and transporting debris arising to landfill sites, general labouring, driving plant and excavations, and semi skilled repairs.


Other duties will comprise of:



  • To carry out clearances of tenants' furniture and belongings, either to the Local Authority transfer station, landfill site, or to a designated store, as instructed by the Voids Supervisor.

  • To demolish and clear away garden sheds and other small external structures.

  • To carry out basic gardening, such as ‘strimming' and cutting back shrubs and tree branches.

  • To carry out ground works such as excavating fence post holes and trenches, terracing land, and clearing away excess soil with a mini digger.

  • To undertake general labouring duties such as lifting and mixing of plaster, mortar and concrete and hacking off of defective plaster walls and ceilings.

  • To terminate the water supply and strip out old kitchens ready for the tradesman to replace with new.



    • This position will involve driving vehicles upto 7.5 ton therefore it is a requirement for you to hold a Class 2/Category C Driving License.



    For more details on this role, and to apply, contact Prakash today by calling 01772 208967 or email prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk