Refurbishment Operative - Field Based

TN United Kingdom; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Refurbishment Operative to join a new team focused on refurbishing children's homes and schools. The role involves maintenance tasks such as plumbing, plastering, and painting, with opportunities for travel and personal growth. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, annual leave, and company perks.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Company Van & Fuel Card

Company Sick Pay

Life Insurance

Health cash plan

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Monthly recognition awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts via employee benefits scheme

Free stay at holiday home

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance and high standard performance.
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned refurbishment, maintenance, and repair tasks.
• Travel across the region to support growth.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

IT Proficiency

Tools

Jira

Job description

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Client:

Esland Care

Location:

Belper, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

2ff65ff3de98

Job Views:

4

Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you a competent and multiskilled Refurbishment and Maintenance professional or builder looking for a new challenge? We are seeking an experienced Refurbishment Operative to join our newly created team, refurbishing our children’s homes and schools as part of our expansion plans. You will work as part of a team, conducting planned refurbishment, maintenance, and repair tasks such as plumbing, plastering, painting, basic electrics, and gardening.

We need someone confident in carrying out a range of refurbishment, maintenance, and property upkeep activities, with travel across the region to support our growth. You will report to our Maintenance Manager, Graham, and be part of a team of three.

• A salary up to £33,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday
• Company Van (Nissan Interstar) & Fuel Card, with tools provided
• Overtime rate
• Company Sick Pay
• Life Insurance
• Health cash plan through Sovereign Healthcare
• Earn £500 via our Refer-a-Friend scheme
• Monthly recognition awards
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts via our employee benefits scheme through E-together
• Free stay at our holiday home in the Peak District for employees
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives

Minimum requirements include:

• Experience in all aspects of general maintenance and the ability to perform at a high standard
• Experience in plastering, building, and decorating for comprehensive maintenance services
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing
• Excellent communication skills for effective liaising at all levels
• Experience in safe use of powered hand and bench tools
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Proficiency in IT systems, specifically Jira for managing jobs
• Full driving license and flexibility to travel, including overnight stays