Maintenance Operative

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for a confident Maintenance Operative to carry out a range of day-to-day maintenance tasks in order to ensure the hospital is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Sherwood Lodge.

You will be working full time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday). At Cygnet Sherwood Lodge, we support 26 men with learning disabilities and associated complex needs who may also have behaviours that challenge. When individuals come to Cygnet Sherwood Lodge they can often be mentally and emotionally unstable due to varying reasons. We believe that by creating a calm and inviting environment we can enhance a person’s progress and self-esteem to help them on their care pathway towards a less restrictive setting.

Your Day-to-Day… Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work

• Maintain equipment, services & vehicles Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment and potential hazards Travel to other sites & on occasions be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours
• Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights.

You are… Experienced in a similar role, or have worked in a self-employed capacity in recent years Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information Skilled at DIY & general maintenance Preferably experienced in the electrical/plumbing/construction industry Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude.

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you… Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply