Site Maintenance Operative

YUSEN LOGISTICS CO; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Northampton seeks a Property Maintenance Operative to join their maintenance team. The role requires 2-3 years of building maintenance experience and basic skills in plumbing and carpentry. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, updating maintenance information, and performing repairs. The candidate must have strong communication skills and a valid driving licence. Offering a salary of £27,500 per annum, this full-time position includes various employee benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan scheme

Free eye test

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Critical illness cover

Free online fitness platform

On-site Mental Health First Aider

Tailored development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in general building maintenance is essential.
• Basic skills in plumbing and carpentry are required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are a must.
• Organisational and problem-solving abilities are important.
• A full, valid driving licence with no more than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance inspections and repairs according to regulations.
• Update information via the electronic online portal.
• Perform plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasks.
• Work at heights when necessary.
• Identify and report needs for major repairs.

Skills

Building maintenance experience

Plumbing skills

Carpentry skills

Strong communication skills

IT literacy

Organisational abilities

Job description

As a Property Maintenance Operative, you will work as part of a dedicated team to ensure our premises are maintained safely and effectively, meeting Health & Safety and customer requirements. Supporting and monitoring contractors on site, ensuring compliance with pre‑approved risk assessments and method statements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting routine and scheduled maintenance inspections and basic repairs, adhering to machinery regulations and Health & Safety protocols.
• Updating information via our electronic online portal.
• Carrying out a variety of tasks such as plumbing, carpentry, and painting to keep our sites fully operational.
• Working in a physical, hands‑on capacity, which may occasionally involve working at heights.

Additional Responsibilities

• Identify and report the need for major repairs.
• Use PPE as required.
• Undertake regular site audits and escalated any abnormalities.

Additionally, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process, but we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Candidates should not rely on AI‑generated responses during the interview process.

The role will be primarily based at our Northampton and Milton Keynes sites, with occasional support required at other sites in the area. A company vehicle will be provided for work‑related travel. Candidates with 2‑3 years of building maintenance experience, preferably in a logistics environment, and/or previous facilities or caretaker experience are encouraged to apply.

We value commitment to excellent customer service and a proactive, solution‑focused attitude as essential qualities for our team.

Qualifications

• 2‑3 years’ experience in general building maintenance.
• Basic plumbing and carpentry skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• A good level of IT literacy.
• A full, valid driving licence with no more than 6 points.

Please note: this role will involve working at heights.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing, and distribution services. We are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected, and creative in making us the world's preferred choice.

This is a full‑time, permanent role on a Monday to Friday shift pattern from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a salary of £27,500 per annum.

Benefits

• Health Cash Plan scheme.
• Opportunity for unpaid leave.
• Free eye test.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Critical illness cover.
• Free online fitness platform.
• On‑site Mental Health First Aider.
• Employee benefits such as up to 25% off gym membership and high street vouchers.
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, life events counselling, and Care Concierge Service.
• Tailored development and career opportunities.

We offer a wide range of professional development opportunities to help you enhance your skills and grow in your career. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support both personal and professional well‑being, ensuring a healthy work‑life balance.