Estates Operative

We’re looking for a motivated and hands-on Estates Operative to join our team at our brand-new retirement village, Paramount Place in Tunbridge Wells.

You will play an important role in maintaining the buildings, fixtures, equipment and outdoor spaces across the village, helping to create a safe, attractive and welcoming environment for residents, visitors and colleagues.

This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. From keeping our grounds looking their best to supporting repairs, inspections, safety checks and general maintenance, you will help ensure our new community is maintained to the highest standards.

This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week, 5 days over 7, with some on-call responsibilities as required.

If you enjoy practical and outdoor work, take pride in a job well done and want to be part of a friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do Maintain village buildings, fixtures, fittings and equipment, following planned maintenance schedules

Carry out general repairs and report any faults promptly to management

Carry out regular safety and alarm system checks

Maintain the village grounds, including mowing, hedge trimming, planting, pruning, weeding and watering

Monitor plant health and treat pests and diseases in line with environmental guidelines

Keep paths, roadways and walkways safe, including clearing snow and ice during winter

Safely operate and maintain tools, machinery and chemical supplies

Conduct weekly and monthly compliance checks

Respond to emergency calls when trained, including providing first aid where required

Work collaboratively with the wider Estates and Facilities teams to deliver consistently high standards across the village

Build positive relationships with residents and provide a helpful, professional service

What We’re Looking For Previous experience in gardening, landscaping, maintenance or a similar practical role

Good practical skills and confidence using maintenance and grounds equipmentA strong awareness of health and safety, with COSHH experience beneficialA customer-focused approach, with the ability to interact positively with residents and colleagues

Someone reliable, proactive and able to prioritise tasks effectively

The physical ability to carry out manual and outdoor work throughout the yearA flexible approach to working, including a willingness to support some on-call responsibilities

Our Values We’re proud of our culture and the values that shape how we work:

Age Well | Community | Keep Improving | Invest Wisely | Planet Positive | One Team You’ll be joining a workplace where people support each other, take pride in their work and make a real difference to residents’ quality of life.

Why Join Us?

In return, we offer a range of benefits, including:

Pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Birthday leave

Reward and recognition schemes

Volunteering and wellbeing days Opportunities for development and trainingA supportive and friendly team environment

Plus much more

If you’re passionate about creating and maintaining great spaces and want to play a key role in helping establish a brand-new retirement community, we’d love to receive your application.

Apply today to join us at Paramount Place!