Maintenance Person, Building Maintenance, Facility Maintenance

Facilities & Maintenance Officer

📍Bournemouth 💰 £15 per hour ⏰ 20 hours per week

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

Our client is seeking a reliable, skilled and self-motivated Facilities & Maintenance Officer to join our friendly team.

For over 40 years, they have been supporting adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives. Today, they support more than 100 people annually across our Supported Living Homes and Day Service provisions throughout Ringwood, Bournemouth, Southbourne and Christchurch.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied, hands-on role and wants to make a real impact within a values-driven charitable organisation.

The Role

Working alongside the Facilities & Maintenance Manager, you will carry out a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks across our property portfolio.

Responsibilities include:

General property maintenance and repairs
Decorating bedrooms and communal areas
Basic carpentry work
Minor electrical and plumbing repairs
External maintenance including fencing and grounds work
Health & Safety inspections across Trust properties
Responding to urgent maintenance issues such as leaks, damaged doors and windows
Supporting with property upkeep to ensure safe, comfortable environments for those we support
Assisting with the setup of fundraising and community events

No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and problem-solving.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

✅ Has previous experience in a maintenance, caretaker or facilities role

✅ Can work effectively both independently and as part of a small team

✅ Has practical skills across general building maintenance

✅ Is highly organised and able to prioritise workloads

✅ Has a proactive, flexible and positive approach

✅ Takes pride in delivering high standards of work

✅ Holds a full UK driving licence and is willing to travel between Trust locations