Maintenance Assistant

Cygnet Group; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care provider in Huddersfield seeks a Maintenance Assistant to ensure a safe and healthy environment for individuals in their care. You’ll handle various tasks, from basic joinery to plumbing and painting, all aimed at supporting community rehabilitation services. The ideal candidate is skilled in maintenance, holds a Level 2 Diploma in Painting & Decorating, and is ready to contribute positively to the team while taking advantage of career progression opportunities. Competitive hourly pay of £12.75 is offered, alongside a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Strong career progression opportunities

Expert supervision & support

Employee referral scheme

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

Qualifications

• Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service.
• Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work.
• Maintain plant, services & vehicles in working order.
• Check the fire alarm points weekly and report faulty equipment.

Skills

Painting and decorating

Basic joinery

Plumbing

General maintenance and DIY

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance

Job description

Overview

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 skilled Maintenance Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others.

You’ll be working full time 40 hours a week (Monday to Friday 08:00am – 16:00pm) at Gledholt Mews and Coach House, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Gledholt Mews and Coach House is our community rehabilitation (level 1) service for adults with mental health needs or a personality disorder who have been able to progress through the hospital pathway and are looking for the next stage in their rehabilitation journey or for those who may be stepping up from a community placement.

Located in Huddersfield just next to Greenhead College and Park, the service provides support to individuals who are ready to take responsibility for the continuation of their own rehabilitation and recovery in a safe environment, whilst living in the wider community.

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 plant, services & vehicles in working order

• Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & 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 all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments

• 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 Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance

• Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• £12.75 Per Hour

• 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’s next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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