Opportunity
- Role
- Maintenance Operative
- Location
- Southend-on-Sea
Posted 9th October 2025
Maintenance Operative
We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Operative to carry out general maintenance and repairs across residential developments in the South East, including London. This role involves a variety of tasks to ensure our properties remain safe, functional, and well-maintained.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting minor electrical repairs (e.g., changing light fittings, replacing sockets)
- Basic plumbing tasks such as fixing leaks and unblocking drains
- General carpentry, including repairing doors, locks, and skirting boards
- Painting and decorating communal areas as needed
- Basic plastering and filling cracks or holes in walls
- Carrying out general repairs and upkeep of the buildings
- Assist with Fire Door inspections, conducting assessments and generating reports
- Inspecting and troubleshooting maintenance issues proactively
- Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with health and safety guidelines
What You Need
We are looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining consistently high standards of work. A naturally proactive individual with a keen eye for detail, the ideal candidate will be reliable, conscientious, and always strive to exceed client expectations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to regularly work at weekends when required
- Professional and friendly approach at all times
- Adherence to health and safety procedures
- Initiative in identifying and addressing maintenance issues
- Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual tasks
- Full, clean driving licence (essential for the role)
Experience & Qualifications
- Previous experience in maintenance, handyman work, or a similar role (preferred)
- Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs
- Driving Licence: Required
You’ll be part of a team of committed people who support one another each day and are proud of the trusted, knowledgeable services they provide.
Job Location: On the road
Hours: 42.5 hours per week, worked across five days within a seven-day period.
Annual leave: 20 days plus bank holidays
Extras: Company pension plan, company membership programmes, employee referral incentive, seasonal company events, training and relevant qualification sponsorship