Buildings Maintenance Operative

National Horseracing College (NHC); Rossington; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

An independent training provider for equine industries is seeking a part-time Building Maintenance Operative to ensure that the college buildings are well-maintained and presentable. The role involves performing general maintenance tasks, coordinating with contractors for repairs, and maintaining tools and equipment. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and possess skills in maintenance and teamwork. The position offers a supportive work environment with initial benefits including a pension scheme and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Auto-enrolled contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Excellent training and development programmes

Uniform provided

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Life Assurance (2 × salary)

Qualifications

• Experience in general building maintenance and decoration.
• Ability to oversee contractors for repairs and maintenance.
• Understanding of COSHH regulations regarding chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and decoration across all college properties.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors for electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials used for maintenance.

Skills

General maintenance

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Salary: £16,666.65 increasing to £17,349.15 on the 1st of April 2026

Working Hours: 26.25 hours per week; Wednesday Friday between 7:30am 4:45pm with a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break each day

The National Horseracing College seeks to appoint a part‑time Building Maintenance Operative to join its enthusiastic, vibrant, and hardworking team. As one of only two specialist horse‑racing colleges in the UK, this independent training provider delivers training for people in both racing and other equine industries. Located in the scenic grounds of a private estate near Doncaster, it achieved Ofsted Grade 2 for overall effectiveness and Grade 1 for both Behaviour & Attitudes and Personal Development in December 2022.

The Buildings Maintenance Operative ensures the college buildings are well‑maintained and presentable.

Key Duties

Buildings Maintenance

• Perform general maintenance and decoration across all college properties, including bathrooms, lighting, doors, and painting.
• Coordinate with and oversee contractors for electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Follow planned maintenance schedules.
• Maintain positive relationships with staff, visitors, and contractors.
• Undertake relevant training.

General Duties

• Deliver high‑quality work efficiently.
• Manage and maintain tools, equipment, and materials.
• Support external upkeep including stables, grounds, and litter removal.
• Keep workspaces, stores, and sheds clean and secure.
• Perform seasonal tasks (e.g. snow clearing).
• Use hand/power tools for minor repairs and site improvements.
• Understand and follow COSHH regulations regarding chemicals.

Please note, the duties outlined above are not exhaustive and may be subject to change or include other responsibilities as required by the role.

Reasons To Join Us

• Auto‑enrolled contributory pension scheme
• An initial holiday entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Excellent induction, training and development programmes
• Uniform provided
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Life Assurance (2 × salary)

The selected applicant will be asked to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The College meets equality and diversity, Health and Safety and safeguarding children and young people requirements.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 27th of January 2026