Maintenance Operative

NonStop Consulting Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A health club in Surbiton is seeking a Maintenance Operative to ensure the upkeep of facilities, including handling maintenance of machinery, pool operations, and safety management. The ideal candidate will possess a Pool Plant Operators Qualification and be experienced in electrical and plumbing tasks. The role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive training and professional development

Free gym membership

Nursery discounts

Birthday off

Staff days out

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general repairs.
• Ability to conduct pool plant operations including water testing and chemical balancing.
• Comfortable handling lifting and carrying tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain machinery, lighting, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and pool equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance checks and log issues in the WAM system.
• Monitor security systems and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Pool Plant Operators Qualification

Job description

Maintenance Operative
Surbiton
£35,000
40-hour week.
Shifts to start as early as 6am and as late finish as 8pm. 1 in 3 Saturday work required with a day off in lieu.
The client requires some flexibility with hours for the needs of the business from time to time

A health club based in Surbiton are looking for an experienced Maintenance Operative to join their growing team and help maintain their facilities to the highest standards.

As a Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of the club's facilities, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our members. This includes maintaining machinery, lighting, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and pool equipment.

Maintenance Operative Duties:

• Facilities Maintenance: Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, and general repairs.
• Pool Plant Operations: Water testing, chemical balancing (Chlorine & pH), backwashing, and spa/shower area upkeep. (A pool plant course can be offered).
• Preventative Maintenance: PPM checks, logging issues in WAM system, and maintaining records.
• Security & Safety: Monitoring alarms, locks, fire extinguishers, and emergency procedures.
• Refurbishment & Deliveries: Assisting with redecoration and handling stock deliveries.
• Documentation: Keeping logs, stock takes and using basic Excel/Word tools.

Maintenance Operative Specification:

• Pool Plant Operators Qualification preferred.
• Electrical trade bias is a plus but not essential.

Skills & Attributes:

• High attention to detail and methodical thinking.
• Strong prioritisation and communication skills.
• Physically fit to handle lifting and carrying tasks.
• Well-presented, polite, and self-motivated.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Adaptability and a 'can-do' attitude.

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive, team-oriented work culture.
• Exciting career growth prospects.
• Free gym membership, food/
• Nursery discounts, pension, birthday off and staff days out

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