Facilities Maintenance Operative

Wolviston Management Services Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services is recruiting a reliable Facilities Maintenance Operative to support its Darlington offices. This hands-on role focuses on keeping the building safe, tidy and functioning, with 24 hours per week on a part-time, fixed-term basis.

You will carry out general maintenance, minor repairs, painting and decorating, basic handyman tasks, and PAT testing where trained. The ideal candidate works independently, is practical with tools, and takes pride in a well-maintained

Qualifications

• Experience in general building maintenance or handyman work.
• Confident using hand tools and performing basic repairs.
• Practical painting and decorating skills.
• Experience of PAT testing, or willing to train.
• Capable of working independently and managing workload.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Paint, decorate and touch up office areas.
• Undertake basic handyman tasks, including fittings repairs.
• Carry out PAT testing, where trained.
• Identify and report maintenance issues requiring specialist contractors.
• Support general office and facilities upkeep.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and to a good standard.

Skills

General maintenance

Handyman work

Hand tools

Painting & decorating

PAT testing

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Operative

Location: Darlington, Co Durham

Contract Type: Part-time

Closing Date: Nov 24th, 2026

Ref: 1754493

Facilities Maintenance Operative / Handyperson

Darlington

Hours: 24 hours per week (part-time)

Contract: Fixed-term until October 2027

Wolviston Management Services is recruiting a reliable, practical and experienced Maintenance Operative / Handyperson to support our client at its Darlington offices.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in maintaining a safe and tidy workplace, and is confident carrying out a variety of general building maintenance tasks.

The Role

You'll be responsible for helping to keep the office building and facilities in good working order, undertaking routine maintenance and dealing with minor repairs as required.

• Carrying out general building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Painting, decorating and touching up office areas.
• Undertaking basic handyman tasks, including minor fixtures and fittings repairs.
• Carrying out PAT testing, where appropriately trained and competent.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance issues requiring specialist contractors.
• Supporting general office and facilities upkeep.
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and to a good standard.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in general building maintenance, facilities upkeep or handyman work.
• Is confident using hand tools and completing basic repairs.
• Has practical painting and decorating skills.
• Has experience of PAT testing, or is willing to undertake appropriate training.
• Can work independently and manage their own workload.
• Is reliable, flexible and takes pride in their work.

What's on Offer?

• 24 hours per week
• Fixed-term contract until October 2027
• Varied, practical work within an established engineering business
• Part-time hours offering a good work-life balance

Contact Wolviston Management Services

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]

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Stockton-on-Tees Office

Wolviston House, 5 Falcon Court

Preston Farm

Stockton-on-Tees

Cleveland

TS18 3TS