Maintenance Assistant

FPCR; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Compressed working week

Employee Ownership Trust benefits

Discretionary tax-free bonus

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Health cash plan

Pension contributions

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Professional membership support

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Job summary

FPCR is seeking a practical Maintenance Assistant to support the Site Manager at Lockington. You will help with decoration, upkeep and a range of DIY tasks to keep the hall and grounds well maintained and welcoming for staff and visitors.

This hands-on role requires pride in workmanship, reliability and the ability to work with contractors. Flexible hours (21–35 per week) and no specialist electrical or plumbing qualifications required.

Qualifications

• Experience in painting, decorating or property maintenance.
• Ability to carry out general DIY and maintenance tasks.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations for practical work.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager with general maintenance and upkeep of Lockington Hall and grounds, focusing on painting and decorating.
• Carry out painting, decorating and basic maintenance across the site.
• Report maintenance issues and assist with tasks as required.
• Move and arrange furniture and fittings and assist with site organisation.
• Follow site procedures to work safely and responsibly.

Skills

Painting & decorating

DIY & maintenance

Health & safety basics

Independent work

Communication

Tools

Paint tools

Hand tools

Job description

Location — Lockington

Salary — £25,000-£28,000 per annum FTE, dependent on experience

Contract type — 6-month Fixed Term Contract

Department — Business Support

Hours — Flexible, between 21-35 hours a week

About FPCR

Established in 1957, FPCR is one of the UK’s leading environment and design consultancies. Our multidisciplinary teams work across landscape architecture, ecology, urban design, masterplanning, architecture and arboriculture, delivering award-winning projects throughout the UK.

As an employee-owned business, we are committed to creating an engaging, supportive and rewarding workplace where people can develop long‑term careers.

Why join FPCR?

Our team members can develop their career in a supportive environment, working on nationally significant and award‑winning projects and collaborating with experts across multiple disciplines.

Benefits include:

• Compressed working week
• Employee Ownership Trust benefits
• Discretionary annual tax‑free bonus
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Health cash plan
• Pension contributions
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Professional membership support
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

(For a full details of our benefits, please see our Benefits Brochure).

About the Role

We are looking for a practical, reliable and enthusiastic Maintenance Assistant to support the Site Manager with the decoration, general upkeep and maintenance of our Lockington office and grounds.

The role will involve a variety of practical tasks, including general DIY, decorating and helping to prepare and maintain the hall and wider site. This will include painting and decorating, moving furniture, putting up fixtures and fittings, basic repairs and improvements, and helping with general maintenance around the building and grounds.

You will work closely with the Site Manager, assisting with day‑to‑day tasks and helping to ensure the site is well maintained, safe, tidy and welcoming for staff and visitors.

This is a varied and hands‑on role, which would suit someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in their surroundings and is happy to turn their hand to a range of different jobs.

No specialist electrical, plumbing or other trade qualifications are required.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Site Manager with the general maintenance and upkeep of the Lockington Hall and grounds, with a particular focus on painting and decorating.
• Carry out painting and decorating work throughout the Hall and wider site, including walls, ceilings, woodwork, doors and other surfaces.
• Assist with routine checks of the building and report any maintenance issues to the Site Manager.
• Assist with moving, assembling and positioning furniture, fixtures and fittings.
• Carry out general DIY and basic maintenance tasks, including minor repairs and adjustments.
• Assist with deliveries, moving materials and general site organisation when required.
• Support the Site Manager with other practical tasks and projects as required.
• Work safely and responsibly, following relevant site procedures and instructions.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Practical, hands‑on approach with an ability to carry out a range of general maintenance and DIY tasks, with a particular interest in painting and decorating
• Previous experience of painting, decorating, property maintenance, building maintenance, DIY or a similar practical role.
• Have a basic understanding of health and safety requirements when carrying out practical maintenance work.
• Good attention to detail and pride in the quality of work.
• Reliable, organised and able to manage tasks independently.
• Flexible and willing to undertake a varied range of practical duties.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work positively with colleagues and contractors.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to identify jobs that need doing and take appropriate action.
• Have a positive, can‑do attitude and enjoy working as part of a friendly team.

Are you interested in working for FPCR?

If you’re interested in joining FPCR and contributing to exciting projects across the UK, we’d love to hear from you.

We strongly encourage all candidates to contact FPCR directly rather than applying via third parties.

If you have any questions about the role or working at FPCR, please contact our HR Manager at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunities

FPCR is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.