Maintenance Operative

Product Care Group; Weedon Bec; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave (including bank H

Birthday day off

Contributory pension scheme

Employee discounts on appliances

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Product Care Group is seeking a proactive Maintenance Operative to join the Facilities team in Northampton, primarily based at Weedon Bec with regular support to Nether Heyford. The role covers a broad range of trades, site maintenance, and occasional repairs to keep sites safe and functional.

You will work 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm. The team focuses on practical, proactive upkeep and improvements across multiple sites to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Broad maintenance experience across a range of trades.
• Desirable experience in maintenance, construction, electrical or plumbing environments.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• GCSEs including English and Maths.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and use your initiative.
• Positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks including joinery, plumbing, painting, basic electrical work and gardening.
• Diagnose and resolve faults to keep facilities safe, functional and well-maintained.
• Assemble, dismantle and repair office furniture.
• Install and remove appliances and equipment as required.
• Replace damaged fixtures, fittings and workplace equipment.
• Complete routine building inspections and scheduled maintenance checks.
• Source materials, obtain quotations and order parts for the Head of Facilities.
• Record maintenance activities and report recurring issues or concerns.
• Assist with emergency repairs and breakdowns when required.
• Help maintain a clean, organized warehouse, offices and external yards.
• Support recycling and environmental initiatives across sites.

Skills

Driving licence

Maintenance experience

Trades experience (maintenance/constr/

Basic Microsoft Office

GCSE English & Maths

Communication skills

Health & safety awareness

Independent working

Positive can-do attitude

Education

GCSEs including English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Northampton (Weedon Bec & Nether Heyford)

Hours: Full-time, Permanent (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm)

Are you a hands-on problem solver who enjoys fixing, building and improving things? Do you take pride in keeping facilities safe, functional and looking their best? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a proactive Maintenance Operative to join our Facilities team, helping to keep our Northampton sites operating efficiently and safely. Based primarily at Weedon Bec, you'll also regularly support our Nether Heyford site, making every day varied and rewarding.

Whether you're tackling maintenance projects, repairing equipment, maintaining outdoor spaces or supporting facility improvements, you'll play a vital role in the smooth running of our business.

What you'll be doing

As our Maintenance Operative, you'll enjoy a varied workload that includes:

• Carrying out a wide range of maintenance tasks including joinery, plumbing, painting, basic electrical work and gardening
• Diagnosing and resolving faults to keep our facilities safe, functional and well-maintained
• Assembling, dismantling and repairing office furniture
• Installing and removing appliances and equipment as required
• Replacing damaged fixtures, fittings and workplace equipment
• Completing routine building inspections and scheduled maintenance checks
• Supporting the Head of Facilities by sourcing materials, obtaining quotations and ordering parts
• Recording maintenance activities and reporting recurring issues or concerns
• Assisting with emergency repairs and unexpected breakdowns when required
• Helping maintain a clean, organised warehouse, offices and external yard areas
• Supporting recycling and environmental initiatives across our sites

What we're looking for

We're seeking someone who is practical, reliable and enjoys working as part of a team.

You'll ideally have:

• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Broad maintenance experience across a range of trades
• Previous experience in maintenance, construction, electrical or plumbing environments (desirable)
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good understanding of health and safety practices
• The ability to work independently and use your initiative
• A positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic

What's in it for you?

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• An extra day off on your birthday
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee discounts on electrical appliances
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to Work scheme

About Product Care Group

Product Care Group is a privately owned and rapidly growing business providing home appliance solutions to retailers, consumers and B2B customers. We manage the entire customer journey, from product sourcing and factory management through to delivery and aftercare.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, contribute and make a real impact.

Interested?

If you're looking for a varied, hands-on role where your skills will make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Full Driving Licence with your own transport, Broad general maintenance knowledge is essential