Maintenance Operative

Barker Ross Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rotas provided in advance

Blue Light Card discounts

Referral bonuses

Long service awards

Free DBS and induction

Specialist training and development

Company vehicle

Job summary

Barker Ross Group is seeking a reliable Maintenance Operative to join our team across The Midlands, supporting multiple sites and keeping facilities safe, comfortable and well maintained. You will work full time (40 hours) with practical skills in plumbing, joinery, painting and decorating, and basic electrical work, travelling between sites as required.

The role offers a company vehicle, advance rotas, and development opportunities in a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar maintenance role; healthcare setting preferred.
• Practical skills in plumbing, joinery, painting and decorating, and basic electrical work.
• Full UK driving licence required due to regular travel between sites.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance across multiple sites and carry out PPM and reactive repairs.
• Carry out basic maintenance tasks: joinery, plumbing, painting and decorating, electrical work.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Check fire alarm call points, emergency lighting, exits, and door retaining devices.
• Maintain tools, equipment and company vehicles in safe condition.
• Report hazards and health and safety concerns promptly.
• Travel between services; respond to emergencies outside normal hours when needed.
• Maintain records of maintenance work completed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Plumbing

Joinery

Painting & decorating

Electrical work

Driving licence

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

We are looking for a Maintenance Operative to join our team.

We are a specialist residential care provider delivering outcome-focused support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

This is a full time role, working 40 hours per week, supporting the maintenance of our services across The Midlands (Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire).

We are looking for a reliable, proactive, and skilled Maintenance Operative to help ensure our services remain safe, comfortable, and well maintained for the people we support, our staff, and visitors. The successful candidate will have a practical approach, excellent problem-solving skills, and take pride in maintaining high standards.

What We Offer

• Rotas provided well in advance to support work-life balance
• Blue Light Card discounts, Referral Bonuses, and Long Service Awards
• Free DBS, paid induction, specialist training, and development opportunities
• Company vehicle

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services across multiple sites.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs.
• Complete a range of basic maintenance tasks, including joinery, plumbing, painting and decorating, basic electrical work, water temperature checks, and general building maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Conduct routine checks of fire alarm call points, emergency lighting, fire exits, and door retaining devices.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and company vehicles are maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Report hazards, defects, faulty equipment, and health and safety concerns promptly.
• Travel between our services and, on occasion, be available to respond to emergency maintenance issues outside of normal working hours.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work completed.

About You

You will:

• Have previous experience in a similar maintenance role (experience within a healthcare or care setting would be advantageous).
• Have practical skills in general maintenance, plumbing, joinery, painting and decorating, and basic electrical work.
• Hold a full UK driving licence, as regular travel between our services is essential.
• Have strong problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills.
• Be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Be reliable, flexible, and committed to delivering a high standard of workmanship.

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Maintenance: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business