Maintenance Operative

Searles; Hunstanton; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Searles Leisure Resort in Hunstanton, England, seeks a Maintenance team member to help run the resort facilities, caravans, lodges, hotel and grounds. You will work with a small team on construction and general maintenance, supported by a strong safety culture and clear procedures.

You should have a good knowledge of trades, be capable of occasional customer-facing interactions, and contribute to a five-star, well-maintained environment for guests and colleagues alike.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence is essential due to use of company vehicles.
• Maintenance experience across plumbing, electrical, carpentry and property upkeep.
• Experience with HVAC systems and waste management is desirable.
• Electrical and Gas Safe registration is advantageous.
• Experience with plant machinery and equipment maintenance is desirable.
• Teamwork, customer-facing approach and computer literacy are valued.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general and preventative maintenance tasks and log records.
• Complete repairs and replace parts; report changes required.
• Maintain building accessibility, appearance and safety standards.
• Handle special requests and assist with room setups and repairs.
• Support Maintenance Manager and Supervisor; liaise with departments.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Public face

Computer literacy

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Maintenance experience: plumbing, electrical, carpentry, property maintenance

HVAC systems experience

Waste Management experience

Electrical and Gas Safe Registered (Desirable)

Plant machinery/equipment maintenance experience (Desirable)

Job description

Hours & Contract

Searles Leisure Resort is a long-established, family-run holiday resort located on the beautiful Norfolk coastline in Hunstanton. For over 70 years, Searles has been one of the region’s most trusted destinations for UK seaside breaks, built around a simple motto: "creating happiness for all ages." As part of the wider Searles Leisure Group, an independent family business operating for more than 83 years. The resort is known for its friendly, welcoming atmosphere and strong community values. The group also includes Heacham Manor Hotel and Searles Sea Tours, offering the team opportunities to be part of a diverse and growing hospitality and leisure organisation.

42.5hours per week (yearly average) & Permanent Contract.

Job Purpose

The postholder will assist with the smooth and efficient running of the Maintenance department, supporting the Company in creating a five-star, well maintained and safe environment for our customers. You will be working as part of a small team to maintain the holiday park facilities, caravans, lodges, Hotel and grounds. You will have a good knowledge of construction and general maintenance as well as repair services.

With the role being potentially customer facing, you will have good communication skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service. You will be working as part of the Maintenance team ensuring that the procedures are carried out before, during and at the end of shifts, whilst managing health and safety within the workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenanceand planned preventative maintenance tasks as requested by the maintenancemanager/supervisor or administrator, keeping detailed and up to datemaintenance records.


• Complete repairs and installreplacement parts; reporting any changes required.


• Maintain building accessibilityand appearance, including removing ice and snow from walkways and parkingareas, painting, and general maintenance.


• Complete special requests suchas moving files and boxes, moving furniture, preparing rooms for meetings andcompleting repairs and installing replacement parts.


• Maintain internal and external buildings,equipment and fixtures etc.


• Carrying out and completingtasks to resolve maintenance issues.


• Maintain on-site workshop andall tools and equipment in good working order.


• Provide support and assistanceto the Maintenance Manager and complete tasks as directed by the MaintenanceSupervisor.


• Report defects (equipment,building, lighting and fabric) to the Maintenance Supervisor.


• To perform any other relatedactivity, as directed by the Maintenance Manager or Supervisor, necessary tofulfil the purpose of the role as described above.


• Carrying out project works, suchas hire fleet refurbishment and department upgrades.


• Ensure that the operatingprocedures are carried out as scheduled and records kept.


• Carry out essential maintenancework, equipment checks, including daily and routine maintenance and ensuresafe operation of machinery, and vehicles.


• Maintain a clean and tidy workarea at all times.


• Adhere to company and department policies andprocedures.


• Be prepared to undertake alltasks required to ensure the consistent and efficient running of thebusiness.


• Liaise and cooperate with yourcolleagues in all departments, maintain effective and friendly workingrelationships.


• Be aware of the effects of yourwork on the customers around you (e.g., disruption, noise, inconvenience)


• Comply to all regulations andpolicies such as Data Protection Act, Health & Safety and Safeguarding,ensure a safe working environment for all staff members.


• To complete any training coursesand in-house training as required and p articipate in team meetings. L iaisewith other departments daily as required.


• To act as an ambassador for thebusiness and ensure that the Company is promoted externally on all occasions.


• Support the company’s missionand objectives through compliance to Policies and Procedures.


• To perform any other duties asrequired.

Key Relationships

• Maintenance Manager


• Properties and Infrastructure Teams

Education, Training & Experience

• Full UK Driving Licence is essential due to the use of Company Vehicles


• Maintenance experience of plumbing, electrical, carpentry and property maintenance


• Experience of HVAC systems, Waste Management, Electrical and Gas Safe Registered (Desirable)


• Equipment Maintenance and Plant machinery experience (Desirable)


• Teamwork skills and the ability to act as the public face of the business


• Computer literate

Disposition & Requirements

• Flexible Schedule, for Workinghours


• Maintain a professional standardof work attire


• Enthusiastic and Energetic TeamPlayer


• Ability to work independently aswell as part of a team


• Strong Work Ethic, Organised andwith Good Timekeeping Skills


• Fast thinking and works well ina fast-paced environment.


• Polite and well-mannered withgood communication skills

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