Property Maintenance Operative

Lifeways Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property maintenance service provider is looking for a Property Maintenance Operative to join their team in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves carrying out maintenance tasks across a designated area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates must have experience in building work and hold a valid UK Driving Licence. You will be responsible for delivering a first-class customer experience while maintaining properties and managing facility support tasks. Join us to make a real difference!

Qualifications

• Experience in general building work and maintenance tasks.
• Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points).
• Strong understanding of compliance with statutory regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Assist contractors and other trades as directed.
• Ensure external areas are kept safe and presentable.

Skills

General building work

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Customer relationship building

Job description

About The Role

Working as part of the Lifeways Property Team, the Property Maintenance Operative will work across an assigned geographical area, with occasional work in other regions to support business needs.

Position Duration: Permanent

Role Type: Property

County: Northumberland

Company: Lifeways Group

Salary / rate of pay: up to £25 000

Post Code: NE1

Town or City: Newcastle

Ref No: 11914

Purpose of the Role

Maintenance Operatives play a vital role in ensuring that all property‑related maintenance activities are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget while maximising value for money. They are responsible for the general repair and maintenance of Lifeways’ services, providing a first‑class, customer‑focused experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Have practical knowledge and experience across a range of trades/disciplines.
• Assist contractors and other trades when required, as directed by the line manager.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Understand the bespoke services Lifeways provides at each property and support the people who live there with the best possible solutions.
• Prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
• Undertake general facilities support tasks, including furniture removals, grounds/site clearance, and maintaining clean and tidy areas.
• Maintain appropriate van stock and keep vehicles in clean and tidy order.
• Carry out general window cleaning and garden maintenance duties, ensuring external areas are kept safe, tidy, and presentable in line with health and safety standards.
• Travel regularly within the specified region, with occasional overnight stays as required.

Experience, Knowledge & Expertise – Essential

• Experience in general building work and maintenance tasks.
• Full UK Driving Licence (maximum of 6 points, ideally none).
• Strong understanding of compliance with statutory regulations and legal requirements.
• Excellent communication skills (in person, by telephone, and email).
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to build and maintain excellent customer relationships with colleagues, visitors, contractors, and the people we support—always being professional, considerate, and presentable.

Desirable

• 3 years' experience in a building trade or property maintenance role.
• Basic experience in joinery, paving/external works, plaster and tiling repairs, patch painting, flooring repairs, and basic drainage/plumbing repairs.

We’re always looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help us make a real difference. Could that be you?