Site Maintenance Operative

Smile Education are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Maintenance Operative tostart as soonas possible ata well-established organisation based in Harborne, Birmingham.

The successful applicant will be responsible forcarrying out awide range ofplanned and reactive maintenance duties, ensuring buildings and facilities are maintained toa high standard. This isa hands-onrole requiring askilled multi-trade operative with experience in general building maintenance, particularly plastering, carpentry,decorating, and general repairs.

This is an excellent opportunity tojoin a supportiveandprofessional team withina respected organisation. The expected payrate for therole is between £16.00 - £17.00 perhour, depending on experience.

• Carrying out general building repairs and maintenance across thesite.
• Completing plastering, carpentry, decorating, and other multi-trade maintenance tasks.
• Responding promptly toplannedand reactive maintenance requests.
• Supporting the Maintenance Manager with avariety of repairand maintenance projects.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to ahigh standard.
• Operating tools and equipment safely andin linewith health andsafety procedures.
• Undertaking manual handling tasks, including lifting and moving equipment and materials where required.
• Responding appropriately to emergency maintenance situations.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
• Supporting colleagues and providing cover where required.

• Have previous experience working as aMaintenance
  
  Operative, Multi-Trade Operative, or Building Maintenance Technician.
• Hold a minimum
  
  Level 2 qualification in arelevant trade, with plastering being essential.
• Have experience in carpentry, decorating,and general building maintenance.
• Be physically fitand capable of carrying out manual handling duties.
• Be able towork independently anduse their own initiative.
• Demonstrate a mature, reliable, and professional approach to work.
• Hold afull UK driving licence.
• Have agood understanding ofhealth and safety procedures.

We are looking for applicants with proven experience in building maintenanceor multi-trade roles who can demonstrate practical skills across a varietyof maintenance disciplines. Successful candidateswillbe flexible, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality workmanship while maintaininga safe working environment.

Why work with Smile Education?

Smile Education are an agency with a difference. We work witha range of organisations across the Midlands, connecting skilled professionals with rewarding temporary and permanent opportunities. We provide ongoing support throughout your assignment and are committed to finding the right rolefor every candidate.

To be successful in your application, you should have experience in oneor more ofthe following:

• General building maintenance
• Plastering (essential)
• Carpentry
• Decorating
• Multi-trade maintenance
• Planned and reactive maintenance
• Working independently andas part ofa maintenance team

40 hours perweek, between8:00am and7:00pm.

Harborne, Birmingham

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals. Successful applicants will besubject to the appropriate pre-employment checks, including Rightto Work,reference, and DBSchecks where applicable.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.