Maintenance Technician

Reed; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist secondary school in Tandridge is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure a safe and well-maintained environment for students aged 11–16. You will perform maintenance tasks, respond to requests, and uphold health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience, a full UK driving licence, and practical skills in repairs. This role offers a competitive salary, company benefits, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced annual leave

Company sick pay

Access to training opportunities

Discounts via Perkbox

Cycle to Work and Car Scheme

24/7 GP access

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme (£1,000)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar maintenance role.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Practical skills in carpentry, painting, and decorating.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve maintenance requests using an online system.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across the site.
• Maintain and audit school vehicles and logs.

Skills

Basic repairs and maintenance

IT skills for asset management

Understanding of Health & Safety principles

Flexibility to work unscheduled hours

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Location: Chaldon, Surrey Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £13.22 – £13.83 per hour (£27,497.60 – £28,766.40 per annum, dependent on experience) Hours: 40 hours per week (schedule to be agreed with Business Manager)

About the Role

We are seeking two skilled Maintenance Technicians to join our team at a newly opened specialist secondary school for young people aged 11–16 with additional needs. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring our school environment is safe, well‑maintained, and fit for purpose.

You will be responsible for the upkeep of the site, grounds, and equipment, ensuring high standards of health, safety, and safeguarding for all who access the premises.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve maintenance requests using our online ticketing system.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across the site, including building fabric, utilities, and services.
• Maintain and audit school vehicles,-ċ mileage logs, and usage registers.
• Ensure safe storage and handling of tools, equipment, and materials in line with Health & Safety standards.
• Assist with furniture and equipment movement as required.
• Support energy‑efficient practices and report any issues promptly.
• Work collaboratively with staff and stakeholders to maintain a positive and safe environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar.Skip maintenance role (essential).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential).
• Practical skills in basic repairs and maintenance (e.g., carpentry, painting, decorating).
• Understanding of Health & Safety principles and COSHH regulations.
• IT skills for asset management and audit systems.
• Flexibility to work occasional uns identified hours.

Desirable

• First Aid qualification.
• Additional trade skills (electrical, plumbing, carpentry).
• Health & Safety certifications (Working at Height, Manual Handling).
• D1 licence for school transport support.

Benefits

• Competitive’expression salary and enhanced annual leave.
• Company sick pay, pension, and life assurance.
• Access to training and career development opportunities.
• Discounts on everyday essentials via Perkbox.
• Cycle to Work and Car Scheme.
• 24/7 GP access for you and your household.
• Health cash plan for dental and optical costs.
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
• Refer‑a‑Friend bonus scheme (£1,000)

How to Apply

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If you're enthusiastic, caring, and ready to grow in a fulfilling role, we’d love to hear from you.