Aftercare Maintenance Operative

Thorn Baker Construction; Greater London; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle/Allowance

Benefits

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction is seeking an Aftercare Maintenance Operative to perform maintenance and repair works across client sites. This home-based role involves travel across London and surrounding areas and requires a strong trade background with a focus on customer service and independence.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on maintenance experience, a background in Joinery/Roofing/Plumbing, and a proactive approach to safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong building maintenance experience, ideally within modular buildings.
• Trade background in Joinery, Roofing, or Plumbing.
• Electrical knowledge would be advantageous.
• Able to work independently and manage workloads effectively.
• Health & Safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance work across client sites.
• Represent the business professionally when dealing directly with customers.
• Complete all required paperwork and site documentation.
• Collect materials and coordinate site logistics as required.
• Maintain accurate site records and diaries.
• Manage own tools, PPE, vehicle, and access requirements.
• Support site surveys, installations, and project handovers when needed.
• Undertake refurbishment works where required.
• Attend site and team meetings.
• Communicate proactively with clients and internal teams.
• Be flexible to work occasional weekends or outside standard hours to meet operational requirements.

Job description

Aftercare Maintenance Operative (Mobile) Home-Based with Travel Across London & Surrounding Areas

Salary: Competitive + Company Vehicle/Allowance + Benefits

The Opportunity

An established specialist within the modular construction sector is seeking an experienced Aftercare Maintenance Operative to carry out maintenance and repair works across a variety of client sites. This is a mobile role, ideal for someone with a strong trade background who enjoys working independently and delivering excellent customer service.

Key Requirements

• Strong building maintenance experience, ideally within modular buildings
• Trade background in Joinery, Roofing, or Plumbing
• Electrical knowledge would be advantageous
• Able to work independently and manage workloads effectively
• Health & Safety awareness
• IPAF and PASMA certification preferred
• Experience preparing RAMS and safety documentation
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Full UK driving licence
• CSCS card
• DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience working at height using MEWPs, scissor lifts, and scaffold towers
• Ability to supervise operatives on site when required

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance work across client sites
• Represent the business professionally when dealing directly with customers
• Complete all required paperwork and site documentation
• Collect materials and coordinate site logistics as required
• Maintain accurate site records and diaries
• Manage own tools, PPE, vehicle, and access requirements
• Support site surveys, installations, and project handovers when needed
• Undertake refurbishment works where required
• Attend site and team meetings
• Communicate proactively with clients and internal teams
• Be flexible to work occasional weekends or outside standard hours to meet operational requirements

Ideal Candidate

You will be a hands-on maintenance professional with excellent problem-solving skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to deliver high-quality work while building strong client relationships.