Maintenance Operative

Center Parcs; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free day passes

Spa access

Discounts on breaks

Bonus scheme

Career development

Job summary

Center Parcs Sherwood Forest is seeking a Maintenance Operative to keep guest accommodation and on-site facilities safe and well‑maintained. You will respond to callouts, perform repairs, and assist with planned maintenance to ensure guest breaks run smoothly.

The role requires a full driving licence, practical maintenance experience, and strong communication. Expect early mornings, weekends and bank holidays as part of a supportive team with access to leisure facilities and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence required, minimum 6 months.
• Practical knowledge in general maintenance.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance callouts and resolve issues promptly.
• Carry out general and planned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Record and communicate incomplete work and potential future problems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Communication skills

Driving licence

Job description

Maintenance Operative

Sherwood Forest | £12.87 per hour

Keep family breaks running smoothly

We are looking for a Maintenance Operative to join our team, ensuring the upkeep and safety of guest accommodation and on-site facilities through effective maintenance and problem-solving.

What you'll be doing

• Respond to maintenance callouts and resolve issues promptly
• Carry out general and planned preventative maintenance tasks
• Record and communicate incomplete work and potential future problems
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards

What's in it for you

• Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
• Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
• Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
• A supportive, friendly team
• Career development and in-role training

Your working hours

• Full time contract
• You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of 160 hours over a 4-week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements
• This role includes early mornings, weekends and bank holidays

About you

• Full Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 months
• Practical working knowledge and experience in general maintenance
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

Our values

Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.

Working here

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Closing date: 6th November 2026

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We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging.

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