Maintenance Operative

Pertemps Bond; East Langton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PERTEMPS BOND Leicester is seeking a reliable Maintenance Operative to join our team. You will perform general repairs and upkeep across a range of trades, with training provided and long‑term career potential.

Experience in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry or decorating is a bonus but not essential. The role offers a stable temp-to-perm pathway, working Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm, with a 1‑hour lunch break and 30 minutes paid.

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance and repairs.
• Hands-on, practical with common tools.
• Experience in one or more trades.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Willing to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs.
• Respond to day-to-day maintenance requirements.
• Identify and report any defects or issues.
• Complete basic repairs across various trades.
• Assist with plumbing, carpentry, decorating and other maintenance tasks.
• Ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Follow relevant health & safety and compliance procedures.
• Keep maintenance areas clean, safe and organised.
• Work as part of a team while also being able to work independently.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Trades experience

Job description

Maintenance Operative Location: Leicester Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm Break: 1-hour lunch break, including 30 minutes paid Contract: Temporary to Permanent

About the RoleWe are currently looking for a reliable and hands‑on Maintenance Operative to join our team in Leicester. We’re looking for someone with previous maintenance experience who is confident carrying out general repairs, upkeep, and maintenance tasks across a range of areas. A background in a particular trade is not essential — we are open to candidates with experience in plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, decorating, building maintenance, or other relevant trades. Multi-skilled experience would be a strong advantage. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a long‑term position with the potential to become permanent, with training and development provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs
• Respond to day‑to‑day maintenance requirements
• Identify and report any defects or issues
• Complete basic repairs across various trades
• Assist with plumbing, carpentry, decorating and other maintenance tasks
• Ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard
• Follow relevant health & safety and compliance procedures
• Keep maintenance areas clean, safe and organised
• Work as part of a team while also being able to work independently

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous maintenance experience
• Is practical, hands‑on and able to use common tools
• Has experience in one or more trades
• Is reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Takes pride in completing work to a good standard
• Has a good understanding of health & safety
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Is willing to learn and develop their skills

Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, decorating or other trade experience is a bonus but not essential.

What We Offer

• £28,000 – £30,000 per year, depending on experience
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
• 1-hour lunch break, with 30 minutes paid
• Temporary to permanent opportunity
• Training and development opportunities
• Training provided on compliance, health & safety and relevant procedures
• Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the role
• Stable, long-term employment opportunity

If you’re an experienced Maintenance Operative looking for your next opportunity in Leicester, we’d love to hear from you.