Property Maintenance Operative

ENGINEERINGUK; Cambridge, Papworth Everard; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Property Maintenance Operative to join their team. This role involves supporting the charity's mission by ensuring properties are well-maintained and meet high standards. You will use your diverse skills in maintenance to make a real difference in the lives of disabled individuals. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions. Enjoy competitive benefits, ongoing training, and the chance to work with a passionate team committed to equality and independence for all.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Health cashback plan

Enhanced pension contributions

Wellbeing support

Values in Practice reward scheme

Tax saving incentives

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled background in maintenance and repair.
• Ability to listen and respond to customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the charity's housing and commercial portfolio.
• Carry out repairs and maintenance for the Trust's properties.

Skills

Carpentry

Painting and Decorating

Tiling

Plumbing

Ground Works

Fencing

Basic Electrics

General DIY

Job description

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Papworth Trust Jobs. Supporting Disabled People. East of England.
Property Maintenance Operative
Salary: £31,975 per annum
Location: Papworth Everard
Full/Part Time: Full time
Total Weekly Hours: 37.5
Permanent or Fixed Term: Permanent
Disclosure Barring Service: Basic check
About us:
Papworth Trust is a leading disability charity. Our vision is a world where disabled people are seen for who they are, and our mission is for disabled people to have equality, choice and independence.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and guarantee an interview to those who meet the minimum job criteria.
We provide ongoing support and adjustments for those working with us that have a disability or long-term health condition and can help you obtain Access to Work funding to support you to do your job. You can ask us about reasonable adjustments you’ll need throughout the application and interview process too. We’d love you to have a positive experience with us, so please call 01480 357200 or email [e-mail] and we’ll happily discuss your needs.
How will I be supporting the work of the Trust?
The successful candidates will support the charity to move to the next phase of development in its small housing and commercial portfolio.
What does this involve?
• Representing the Trust as a service provider of maintenance services, providing a customer focused approach
• Carrying out void works so that homes are let to our standards
• Carrying out day to day repairs to houses/buildings owned by the Trust

Who are we looking for?
• The successful candidate will have a multi skilled background in aspects of maintenance and repair (including carpentry, painting and decorating, tiling, patch plastering, plumbing, ground works, fencing, basic electrics, general DIY).
• You will need to be able to listen, respond and act in accordance with our values and ensure that the customers you come into contact with are satisfied with the work you have completed and the information you have shared.
• You will really want to make a difference to the lives of disabled people by working with a charity who’s aim is to provide equality choice and independence.

What you’ll get in return?
• 33 days of annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part timers)
• annual leave purchase scheme
• occupational sick pay – 6 weeks full/6 weeks half pay after probation
• health cashback plan, with money back on things such as dental/optical
• choice of two pension schemes with an enhanced employer contribution
• plenty of wellbeing support including employee assistance helpline, online apps and mental health first aid and wellbeing discussions
• a ‘Values in Practice’ reward scheme with vouchers for achievements
• various tax saving incentives such as cycle to work, car purchase and pension via salary exchange Involvement in our employee forum and colleague experience groups, making sure your voice is heard
• access to ongoing training, learning and development opportunities, including qualifications

We’d love to talk
For an informal chat about the role please contact Kenny Strutt, Contracts Supervisor on 07807 686337.
Ready to apply? Please send your CV together with a short covering letter, outlining how you meet the requirements of the job and person specification to: [e-mail]
The closing date for the role is 21 May 2025 and interviews are expected to be held on 29 and 30 May 2025.
Interested?
You can find out more about Papworth Trust, our values and what we do here: Papworth Trust - Home
Papworth Trust Jobs. Supporting Disabled People. East of England.

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