Estates & Facilities Operative — Hands-on Maintenance

Retirement Villages Group; Blagdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement (birthday leave)

Enhanced pension scheme

Wellbeing and volunteering days

Staff rewards and recognition

Community-focused environment

Job summary

Retirement Villages Group in Blagdon is seeking an Estates Operative to join our friendly team. In this hands-on role, you’ll help maintain a safe, comfortable, and well-presented environment for residents, covering routine maintenance, outdoor care, and responding to requests from staff.

You’ll inspect buildings, lighting, lifts and emergency systems, keep outdoor spaces tidy, and support decorating or minor repairs, while staying proactive and safety-conscious.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance or similar role is desirable.
• Confident using hand and power tools safely.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to adapt to new challenges.
• Physically able to lift, carry, and move equipment and materials.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular inspections of buildings, equipment and communal areas.
• Ensure lighting, lifts and emergency systems are in good working order.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from residents and staff.
• Maintain outdoor spaces including gardens, fences and paths to a high standard.
• Keep outdoor furniture and amenities clean and in good condition.
• Support general decorating, painting and minor repairs.
• Treat roads and pathways with salt/grit during winter months.
• Communicate clearly with residents and staff about planned maintenance or disruptions.
• Work closely with the Facilities Manager to complete monthly checks and identify safety concerns.

Skills

Tools handling

Communication

Proactive attitude

Physical fitness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Retirement Villages Group in Blagdon is seeking an Estates Operative to join our friendly team. In this hands-on role, you’ll help maintain a safe, comfortable, and well-presented environment for residents, covering routine maintenance, outdoor care, and responding to requests from staff.

You’ll inspect buildings, lighting, lifts and emergency systems, keep outdoor spaces tidy, and support decorating or minor repairs, while staying proactive and safety-conscious.