Trainee Maintenance Technician

Recooty; Margate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in care services is seeking a Trainee Maintenance Technician. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in maintenance, compliance, and safety practices. Ideal for school leavers or college students, full training is provided. Join a supportive team and develop multi-trade skills while ensuring a safe environment for residents and staff.

Benefits

Full training and support

Structured learning pathway

Hands-on experience

Career progression opportunities

5.6 Weeks annual leave

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; full training provided.
• Keen interest in maintenance, construction, or compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with repairs and upkeep across care homes.
• Gain knowledge of compliance and safety practices.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Maintenance Technician

Location: Various Locations Across Discovery Care Group

Job Type: Full-Time (Monday – Friday)

About Us

Discovery Care Group is dedicated to providing high-quality care services across multiple locations. We take pride in maintaining safe, compliant, and comfortable environments for our residents and staff.

Job Overview

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Maintenance Technician to join our team. This is an entry-level position, perfect for a school leaver or college student looking to gain hands-on experience in maintenance and compliance. No previous experience is required—just a willingness to learn!

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Trainee Maintenance Technician, you will work alongside experienced professionals, learning about:

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  Compliance & Regulations – Understanding legal requirements and industry standards for building safety and maintenance.

  
  


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  General Maintenance – Assisting with repairs and upkeep across our care homes, including plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, painting, and more.

  
  


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  Health & Safety – Gaining knowledge of best practices to ensure a safe environment for residents and staff.

  
  


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  Problem-Solving – Learning how to diagnose and fix maintenance issues efficiently.

  
  


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  Multi-Trade Skills – Developing skills in various trades to support the maintenance team.

  
  

What We’re Looking For

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  No prior experience needed – full training will be provided.

  
  


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  A keen interest in maintenance, construction, or compliance.

  
  


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  A proactive and hands-on approach to learning.

  
  


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  Good communication and teamwork skills.

  
  


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  A positive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.

  
  


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  A driving license (or willingness to obtain one) is beneficial but not essential.

  
  

What We Offer

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  Full training and support to kickstart your career in maintenance.

  
  


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  A structured learning pathway covering different trades and compliance areas.

  
  


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  Hands-on experience across multiple locations.

  
  


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  Career progression opportunities within Discovery Care Group.

  
  


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  5.6 Weeks annual leave

  
  


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  Company pension scheme

  
  

How to Apply

If you’re eager to learn, enjoy practical work, and want to gain valuable experience, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and start your journey in maintenance with Discovery Care Group.