Maintenance Assistant

New Forest District Council; Pennington; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

New Forest District Council is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support in-house trades teams, performing minor repairs and helping with property clearances for tenanted and empty homes. The role requires a practical, customer-focused approach and adherence to safety protocols.

Experience in basic health and safety in construction, and the ability to work without supervision, are valued. A full driving licence is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused can-do approach and awareness of basic health and safety in building maintenance.
• Ability to work unsupervised and follow strict health & safety guidelines.
• Experience in working at height; asbestos awareness beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled tradespeople with minor repairs and building maintenance tasks.
• Carry out property clearance for housing stock in both Tenanted and Empty Homes properties.
• Support team with general maintenance duties and site safety practices.

Skills

Customer focus

Work unsupervised

Working at height

Asbestos awareness

Education

Full driving licence

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for aMaintenanceAssistant tojoin our team.

As part of a friendly and professional in-house workforceyou will beassistingother skilledtradespeople,carryingout minor repairs,as wellas propertyclearanceto our housing stock,for both Tenanted and Empty Homes properties.

T he post ofMaintenance Assistantis careergradedand applications are welcome from bothnon-or semi-skilled applicants and for those wishing to develop their skills and experience within building maintenance trade disciplines.

About you

You will have a customer focussed can-do approach, a general awareness of basic health and safety within the building maintenance and construction environment.

You will also need to be confident to work unsupervised andin accordance withstrict Health & Safety guidelines.

You will have experience in working at height and asbestosawareness. Registration of the CSCS (Construction Skills Certificate Scheme) or similar would beadvantageousbut is not essential.

A Full driving licence is required for this role

What's in it for you?

As part of our commitment to being a supportive and people ‑ centred employer, we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive both in and outside of work:

• 23 days leave (plus anadditional5 days for 5 years local authority continuous service)
• Council fleet vehicle for business use (subject to availability and fuel deduction contribution for home to base travel)
• Local Government Pension Scheme, with the option of Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free 24/7 legal, financial, and personal wellbeing advice
• Employee discount scheme with savings across major supermarkets, retailers, restaurants, and leisure providers
• C ycle to Work Scheme, helping you save around 40 percent on bikes and accessories
• A values ‑ led organisation, guided by our LEAF values (Learning, Empathy, Ambition, Fairness)
• Access to learning and development opportunities to support your growth
• A supportive, inclusive culture, where everyone is welcomed and valued

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and offer a range of active staff networks, including:

• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Group
• LGBTQ+ Network
• Women’s Network
• Early Careers Network
• Neurodiversity Network

About us

At NFDC we recognise that every colleague - whether in operational, frontline, or office ‑ based roles - plays a vital part in delivering high ‑ quality services to our communities. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel valued for the work they do and the strengths they bring.

We aim to foster a culture where people feel confident to share ideas, contribute their expertise, and develop through meaningful conversations with their managers and supported learning opportunities. Whilst we have our corporate values, LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness , we understand that different teams work in different ways, and we want our values to be lived in ways that make sense locally while staying true to our shared purpose as an organisation.

We want colleagues to thrive, which is why we promote wellbeing, balance, and opportunities for learning and progression. Our values guide how we work together and how we support each other to be confident, capable, and adaptable.

Please note: You’ll likely be aware that there is a government mandate to deliver Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) to Hampshire and the Solent region, meaning a transition into a new operating structure from an agreed future date. This transition is currently paused following a recent government announcement, but it is important that applicants understand how this may affect their employment should they be successful. You will find attached a useful LGR update sheet at top of this advert.

Ifyou’reinterested Please see the candidate booklet for more information about working at the Council and the job description.

F oran informal chat about the role please contact Jordan Look on [e-mail]

We understand that some applicants may choose to use AI tools to assist with completing their application. Please bear in mind it’s important that your application remains an accurate and honest reflection of your own skills, experience, and achievements. Please ensure that any content generated or supported by AI truly represents you and your capabilities, as this will form the basis of our assessment throughout the recruitment process

This post requires an Enhanced DBS check to be completed. You must include details and dates of ‘spent’ convictions, cautions and reprimands and final warnings.

Closing Date: Midnight on S unday 29 November 2026 Interview Dates :Thursday 10 December 2026 and Friday 11 December 2026