Maintenance Operative in Plymouth)

New Appointments Group; Plymouth; Remote; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A property services company is seeking a skilled Maintenance Operative to join their team in Plymouth. This full-time, permanent role involves carrying out general maintenance and repairs on residential properties with remote work and daily travel. Ideal candidates will have experience across multi-trade roles and excellent communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including annual leave, life cover, and health memberships.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Life Cover (2x basic salary)

Health membership cashback

Pension scheme

Equipment provided

Mileage expenses claimable

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-trade maintenance roles.
• Confident across a range of disciplines (e.g. plumbing, carpentry).
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs in residential properties.
• Perform tasks across plumbing, carpentry, plastering, and painting.
• Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards.

Skills

Multi-trade maintenance

Basic plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Maintenance Operative

Location: Plymouth & surrounding areas

Full‑Time | Permanent

Mobile role – work from home with daily travel

Monday to Friday (occasional flexibility may be required)

Salary: £32,000pa

Excellent benefits package included

Are you a skilled Maintenance Operative with experience across a range of trades? We're seeking hands‑on professionals to join our client's property services team, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance works across tenanted properties in the Plymouth area.

Reporting to the Head of Property, you'll play a vital role in ensuring properties remain safe, functional and well‑maintained. You'll work remotely and travel daily to undertake general repairs, installations and site upkeep.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs in residential properties
• Perform tasks across plumbing, carpentry, plastering, painting & decorating, and groundwork
• Clean and maintain communal areas, including toilets, offices, and external spaces
• Complete both responsive and planned maintenance in a timely and professional manner
• Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards

About You

• Proven experience in multi‑trade maintenance roles
• Confident across a range of disciplines (e.g. basic plumbing, carpentry, painting etc.)
• Able to work independently and manage your daily travel and workload
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential
• DBS check required prior to start

Benefits Include

• 33 days annual leave (25 + bank holidays)
• Life Cover (2x basic salary)
• Westfield Health membership – cashback on health services & high street discounts
• Pension scheme (4% employer / 4% employee)
• Equipment provided (laptop/phone)
• Mileage expenses claimable from home
• 6‑month probation period
• Employee referral scheme

Successful applicants will require Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC). The successful applicant will be subject to Disclosure checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This role is not open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points‑based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer withdrawn.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.