Maintenance Operative

Maintenance Operative

The Maintenance Operative role is permanent, all year round, to carry out day to day maintenance and repair works around site to contribute to a safe and comfortable environment for students and staff.

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a maintenance repair role.
• All work carried out safely and in compliance with Health and Safety procedures.
• Confident communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Professional manner and appearance.
• Self-motivated with a positive, professional attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Flexible and adaptable approach.

The Maintenance Operative reports to the Estates Manager.

• Carpentry
• Plastering and tiling
• Slabbing and basic bricklaying
• Basic plumbing
• Painting and decorating

• Advising the Estates Manager of any damage/defects found to the building fabric or grounds.
• Physically moving desks, chairs, beds, wardrobes, lockers and other equipment.
• Cleaning gutters, drains and gullies.
• Unblocking toilets and sinks.
• Taking readings of gas and electricity meters as directed.
• Assisting with receiving, offloading and distribution of deliveries.
• Attending and completing on-line training courses as required.
• Any other reasonable duties as required by the Headmaster, Bursar or Estates Manager.

• Permanent, 37 hours per week, all year round.
• Salary: £28,142 per annum.
• Entitled to 20 days' annual holiday plus UK statutory public holidays.
• Eligible for a workplace pension through NEST.

Old Swinford Services Ltd welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Old Swinford Services Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants are required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy before the advertised date if a large number of applications have been received.