We are currently working in partnership with an organisation who provide specialist support and education to children, young people, adults and families who are based in Leicestershire.

They are recruiting for a Mobile Maintenance Operative on a permanent contract. The position is due to start as soon as possible, with urgent repairs waiting to be booked in.

The salary is between £26,000 to £30,000 dependent on experience for the role, and they will provide a company van, fuel card and tools.

The ideal candidate will already have or be willing to take out an Enhanced DBS, due to the sensitive nature of the clientele.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Carrying out general repairs, spanning from refitting fire doors, fixing broken tiles to fixing minor plumbing issues for Schools, Children’s Residential Homes, Adult’s Residential Homes etc.
• Completing around 5 jobs a day all within an hour of your postcode
• Supervising any external contractors when required
• Responding to any emergency maintenance when it arises including repairing windows and replacing locks
• Completing TrackPlan timesheets, documenting materials used and update daily for operational staff

Experience required:

• Experience required in maintenance and repairs
• Minor plumbing knowledge

Rewards and Benefits:

• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Employee Benefits programme
• NEST pension scheme
• Eligibility for Blue Light Card
• Long Service awards
• Funded training and qualifications

Working hours:

• 40 hours per week
• Monday – Friday
• 8:30am-5:30pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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