Field Maintenance Technician – Multi-Site Repairs

New Appointments Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

New Appointments Group is seeking a practical Maintenance Operative to provide hands-on maintenance across supported accommodation and office properties in Canterbury. The role covers decorating, carpentry, plumbing, flooring, and general repairs with travel between Canterbury, Dover and Folkestone.

You will work independently and as part of a team. A full driving licence and access to your own transport are essential. DBS checks apply. Hours are 37.5 per week, paid weekly at £13.84 per hour.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance across general trades.
• Ability to carry out decorating, carpentry and plumbing tasks.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport essential.
• DBS checks required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance including decorating, carpentry, flooring, plumbing and door/window repairs.
• Respond to maintenance issues and prioritise repairs within reasonable timescales.
• Help keep properties clean, tidy and safe, reporting issues such as waste, pest control and other concerns.
• Liaise with specialist contractors when required.
• Complete planned and cyclical maintenance including refurbishing and redecorating rooms.

Skills

General maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Decorating

Flooring

Light bulb replacement

Job description

New Appointments Group is seeking a practical Maintenance Operative to provide hands-on maintenance across supported accommodation and office properties in Canterbury. The role covers decorating, carpentry, plumbing, flooring, and general repairs with travel between Canterbury, Dover and Folkestone.

You will work independently and as part of a team. A full driving licence and access to your own transport are essential. DBS checks apply. Hours are 37.5 per week, paid weekly at £13.84 per hour.