Maintenance Operative

Rydon Homes; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare maintenance provider in West Bromwich seeks a part-time Maintenance Operative. This role involves performing planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs to ensure optimal hospital operations. Candidates should have proven building maintenance experience, ideally in healthcare, and possess a valid UK driving license. Competitive salary and flexible benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday (pro-rata)

On-call allowance and overtime

Contributory pension scheme (4%)

Health Cash Plan

24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellbeing and mental health support

Employee discounts on various services

Flexible benefits including Critical Illness, DenPlan, Cycle to Work

Referral bonuses

Free flu vaccinations

Full training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven building maintenance experience.
• Experience in healthcare or similar environments.
• Good Health & Safety awareness.
• Own vehicle and full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform building maintenance and repairs in a healthcare setting.
• Assist with planned upgrade and refurbishment projects.
• Participate in on-call emergency repairs.

Skills

Building maintenance experience

Health & Safety awareness

Experience with handheld devices (PDA)

Good IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a building trade

Job description

As a Maintenance Operative, you will undertake PPMs (planned preventative maintenance) and responsive/reactive repairs to ensure the hospital provides quality care to its patients. Your role will be multi-trade, covering repairs such as lamp changes, plumbing, pipework, tap replacements, and washer fittings, along with emergency light testing. Additionally, you will participate in planned upgrade works and refurbishment to maintain smooth hospital operations and create a suitable environment for patients and visitors.

This is a part-time position working 16 hours per week, over 2 days (8am to 5pm). The role includes an on-call rota (1 in 4 weeks), offering opportunities for extra earnings and urgent repair responses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform building maintenance and repairs in a healthcare setting.
• Assist with planned upgrade and refurbishment projects.
• Participate in on-call emergency repairs.

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven building maintenance experience.
• Experience in healthcare or similar environments (leisure centres, schools, supermarkets, etc.).
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a building trade (desirable).
• Good Health & Safety awareness.
• Experience with handheld devices (PDA) and good IT skills.
• Own vehicle and full UK driving license are required.

About Rydon:

Rydon maintains the responsive/reactive maintenance services at Hallam Street Hospital, ensuring smooth operation in a busy healthcare environment. Rydon Maintenance, part of the Rydon Group, specializes in NHS Hard Facilities Management, including responsive repairs and preventative maintenance. We are committed to supporting the NHS and its staff by providing a safe and comfortable environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (pro-rata)
• On-call allowance and overtime
• Contributory pension scheme (4%)
• Health Cash Plan
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing and mental health support
• Employee discounts on various services
• Flexible benefits including Critical Illness, DenPlan, Cycle to Work
• Referral bonuses
• Free flu vaccinations
• Full training and career progression opportunities

Rydon is an equal opportunities employer promoting diversity. Candidates will be selected based on their ability to perform the duties.