Estate Maintenance Operative

ZipRecruiter; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A rural estate management team in Northampton is looking for an Estate Maintenance Operative. This hands-on role involves maintaining residential properties and estate grounds. Ideal candidates will have experience in carpentry and general maintenance tasks, along with a positive attitude and full UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

On-site parking available

Qualifications

• Proven experience in carpentry/joinery (certification desirable).
• Competence in general maintenance tasks (painting, plumbing, groundskeeping, etc.).
• Physical fitness to meet the demands of the role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of residential properties.
• Ensure estate grounds are safe, functional, and well-presented.

Skills

Carpentry/Joinery experience

General maintenance tasks

Full, clean UK driving licence

Knowledge of health & safety procedures

Positive attitude

Job description

Job Description Estate Maintenance Operative – Northampton - £30,000

The Job:

An opportunity has arisen for a skilled and hands-on Estate Maintenance Operative to join a small and welcoming estate team. You will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of a range of residential properties and estate grounds.

The Company:

This well-established and privately managed rural estate oversees a number of residential buildings and landscaped grounds. With a long-standing history and commitment to high standards, the estate team works closely together to ensure the properties and grounds are safe, functional, and well-presented at all times.

The Candidate:

• Proven experience in carpentry/joinery (certification desirable)
• Competence in general maintenance tasks (painting, plumbing, groundskeeping, etc.)
• A full, clean UK driving licence
• Knowledge of basic health & safety procedures
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
• Physical fitness to meet the demands of the role

The Package:

• Competitive salary, ranging from £25,000 - £30,000 DOE
• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata)
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking available

Please email your CV to Claire Morgan, Global Recruitment Managing Director, at [e-mail].

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