Maintenance Assistant

Cygnet Group; Forest of Dean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Forest of Dean is looking for a Maintenance Assistant to provide a safe and healthy environment for residents. This role, requiring 40 hours per week, involves basic maintenance tasks including painting and general repairs. Ideal candidates will have experience in maintenance, good communication skills, and a valid driving license. The position offers £13.00 per hour and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

£13.00 per hour

Strong career progression opportunities

Expert supervision & support

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount saving

Qualifications

• Experienced in all types of painting and decorating
• Willing to travel for the job
• Able to communicate at all levels
• Skilled at DIY and general maintenance
• Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance
• Friendly and conscientious team member

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
• Carry out basic joinery, plumbing, painting, and general building work
• Maintain plant, services, and vehicles in working order
• Comply with safe working practices
• Travel to other sites and be on call for emergency repairs
• Check fire alarm points weekly

Skills

Painting and decorating

DIY and general maintenance

Communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Full valid driving licence

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others.

You'll be working 40 hours per week, 08:00am to 16:00pm, at Redmarley, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Redmarley is a specialist residential service with nursing, designed to support people with mental health conditions and other complex needs. Our nurse-led team provides a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic home environment. We empower people to achieve their personal goals and live fulfilling lives.

Your day-to-day...

• Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
• Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work
• Maintain plant, services & vehicles in working order
• Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards
• Travel to other sites & on occasions be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours
• Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• £13.00 per hour
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

You are...

• Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments
• Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence
• Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information
• Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
• Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance
• Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next?

If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.

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