Maintenance Operative

• Location:
  Stourbridge
• Salary: £28,000–£35,000, depending on experience
• Contract:
  Permanent, full-time

This is an opportunity for a skilled, hands-on Maintenance Operative to carry out repairs and maintenance across a varied portfolio of commercial and residential properties, including traditional period buildings. You'll work alongside an experienced Maintenance Team Leader, supporting day-to-day repairs, planned maintenance and general upkeep. Tasks will range from fixing leaking taps and replacing fittings to painting, carpentry and assembling furniture.

The role offers a supportive working environment and would suit a practical all-rounder who takes pride in their work and is keen to develop their skills.

• Carry out reactive repairs and planned maintenance across commercial and residential properties.
• Undertake general plumbing, carpentry, painting, flooring and minor electrical maintenance within your competence.
• Repair or replace lights, taps, locks, doors, fixtures and fittings.
• Complete basic fault finding on plumbing and electrical fixtures.
• Respond to breakdowns and urgent repair requests.
• Conduct property inspections and report maintenance issues.
• Assist with furniture assembly and general handywork.
• Support the Maintenance Team Leader and work alongside contractors when required.
• Keep tools, materials and work areas safe, tidy and organised.

• Previous experience in a hands-on maintenance role.
• Good all-round practical skills and confidence using hand and power tools.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Organised and capable of managing your workload within agreed time frames.
• Reliable, proactive and committed to delivering quality work.
• Willing to carry out work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.
• A full UK driving licence and reliable transport to work are essential.

• Experience maintaining commercial and residential properties.
• Practical skills across several trades, such as plumbing, carpentry, decorating and flooring.
• Experience working with traditional or period buildings.
• Relevant trade or maintenance qualifications, although practical experience can be considered instead.

• 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension.
• On-site parking.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop practical skills.

If you're a practical, reliable maintenance professional who enjoys varied work and takes pride in keeping properties in good condition, we'd be keen to hear from you.

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