Seafront Technician

Local Government South East; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth City Council is seeking a practical, active individual to join our outdoor maintenance team. You will work across Portsmouth's seafront, parks and play areas, combining carpentry, maintenance and customer service to keep facilities safe and welcoming.

A full clean driving licence is essential; you must be physically able to lift and move equipment and work outdoors in all weather. STA Level 3 in Pool Plant Operations is desirable, with training provided if required.

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor maintenance, basic carpentry and customer service.
• Full clean driving licence is required.
• Physically able to lift and move equipment and work outdoors in all weather.
• STA Level 3 in Pool Plant Operations is desirable; training provided if required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair facilities across Portsmouth’s seafront, parks and play areas.
• Interact with the public, answer enquiries in person and by phone.
• Support splash pool operations and event days; conduct inspections and basic repairs.

Skills

Carpentry basics

Maintenance skills

Customer service

Communication

Physical fitness

Driving large vehicle

Education

STA Level 3 in Pool Plant Operations

Tools

Carpentry tools

Maintenance tools

Inspection tools

Job description

• Full Time
• Permanent
• Portsmouth
• Posted 3 days ago
• 26000 - 28000 £ / Year
• Closes: 26 October 2026

Website Portsmouth City Council

Local Government

Your new role

Are you someone who enjoys being active, working outdoors, and making a positive difference in the community? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

This varied and hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives outside of a traditional office environment. No two days are the same, as you’ll combine practical maintenance and carpentry skills with delivering excellent customer service across some of Portsmouth’s most valued public spaces.

You will be playing an important role in ensuring residents and visitors enjoy safe, welcoming, and well-maintained facilities. You will regularly interact with members of the public, responding to enquiries both in person and over the telephone, and providing a friendly and professional service at all times.

Working across Portsmouth’s seafront, parks, play areas, and other council facilities, you’ll travel between locations carrying out a wide range of operational, maintenance, and support tasks. This includes supporting splash pool operations, assisting with events, conducting inspections, and carrying out repairs to help keep our facilities running smoothly and looking their best.

The role requires someone who is physically active and comfortable lifting and moving equipment as part of their daily duties. If you’re practical, customer-focused, and enjoy a role where every day brings new challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

Who Is The Person Summary

With strong customer service and communication skills, you will have a full clean driving licence and the ability to drive a large vehicle. You will have practical carpentry, maintenance and repair skills and be physically capable of lifting and moving equipment. Flexible and adaptable you will have experience of working with the general public and be able to use your initiative with good problem solving skills. An STA Level 3 in Pool Plant Operations is desirable although training will be provided if required.