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We are seeking an experienced Caretaker to join a committed estates team on a full time, permanent basis to assist with a wide range of maintenance tasks and respond to emergency requests including site security. Location: Thatcham Salary: 26,000 - 27,500 Benefits: Generous pension scheme, free meals, 25 days holiday, employee assistance programme Working Hours are Option 1 1:30pm - 9pm Option 2 Week 1 - 1.30pm - 9pm Week 2 10.30am - 6pm As the Caretaker , you will be responsible for: Carrying out any minor works jobs Open and close the school as required Complete swimming pool testing on a daily basis Respond to emergency out-of-hours calls Acting as a Fire Officer Carrying out site security checks, including perimeter walks, locking of all windows / doors, and drawing of blinds Monitoring CCTV Ensuring health and safety standards are maintained Assisting with furniture moves, event set ups, parking control, and emergency lighting testing To attend Health and Safety and First Aid training as directed To act as the out-of-hours security and emergency maintenance operative. The successful Caretaker will have the following related skills / experience: Experience within a maintenance or a caretaker role is essential Must hold a current driving licence Reliable with a professional work ethic Ability to meet health and safety requirements Good communication skills Flexible approach to working hours including on call cover and night shifts Ability to work unsupervised and on initiative Demonstrate good general maintenance experience and knowledge of maintenance techniques

Grounds Maintenance Operative 2 roles available TEMPORARY TO PERMANENT Cambridge, CB24 location(s) RG Setsquare is working closely with a grounds maintenance contractor. They specialise in maintaining the green spaces of their end clients, which include schools, larger estates and buildings, providing work with in commercial settings. They have an opportunity for 2 experienced Grounds Maintenance Operatives to join their team based in, and covering the Cambridge area. The role will include managing and maintaining lawns, bushes, shrubs and weeds and the duties will include mowing, strimming and cleaning as you go - covering a set route in the local area to ensure that proactive maintenance is carried out in the communal areas and garden spaces of commercial environment and settings. Essential: Full UK Driving License There is no additional qualifications required and you DO NOT need a CSCS card. It is desirable to have PA1 and PA6 as well as Lantra ride on mower certs, however, this organisation are more interested in genuine work experience and will have no problems putting people through these courses if needed. For more information, please call Heather directly, or apply by submitting your CV via this advert. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Mobile Grounds Maintenance Operative The main purpose of this role is to provide an effective grounds maintenance service. Our client is looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operatives / Van Driver for their mobile grounds team in Bromley covering commercial sites and Industrial sites across south part of London. The van will need to be kept overnight at the operatives property as it is mobile working. Candidates should have: Experience within the grounds maintenance industry. Experience in the use of pedestrian and handheld equipment is essential, ride on machinery & PA1/PA6 are desirable. Good time management skills and the ability to work in a demanding environment. Enthusiasm, good communication skills and a good understanding of health and safety are essential. Ideally have a full, clean driving licence Van driving experience Will understand and subscribe to the importance of working as a team Reliable and conscientious with a can-do attitude A willingness to learn Ability to work on one s own initiative When joining the team, you ll be completing a range of services from grass cutting to bedding, as well as working in a variety of places including estates and parks. You ll be working within a team consisting of like-minded individuals as well as working alongside complete experts in the form of our team leaders, managers, and supervisors, who you can learn and grow from. Working Hours: 40 Hours per week ( 7.30am to 4.00pm ) Monday to Friday plus overtime Rate of Pay: £13.50 - £14.50 per hour depending on experience This could be a temp to perm position. Immediate start and paid weekly.

Band 4 Multi-Skilled Operative (Plumber) West London 22.57 per hour (Umbrella) Ongoing Contract The Opportunity A leading healthcare organisation is looking to appoint a Multi-Skilled Operative (Plumber) to join its Estates team, supporting a diverse portfolio of sites across West London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced plumber looking for a varied role within a large and complex estate, carrying out both reactive and planned maintenance works while developing additional multi-trade skills. What You'll Be Doing Carrying out reactive repairs and planned preventative maintenance on plumbing and heating systems Diagnosing faults and undertaking repairs to mechanical and building services equipment Completing minor installation and maintenance works Supporting the maintenance of hot and cold water systems Working alongside contractors and other engineering trades Recording maintenance activities and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements Travelling between sites as required Participating in the out-of-hours on-call rota when required What We're Looking For NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds, apprenticeship, or equivalent plumbing qualification Experience working on plumbing and heating systems Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills Good communication skills and a proactive approach Ability to work independently and as part of a team Full UK driving licence Experience within healthcare, commercial, or large estates environments desirable What's on Offer 22.57 per hour (Umbrella) Ongoing contract Diverse and varied workload Opportunity to develop wider maintenance skills Supportive and professional engineering team

Area Maintenance Supervisor - Covering the following areas - ROLE East Anglia, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Hertfordshire 37 hours per week £ 35,002 per annum plus £7,000 car allowance. You would be a driver (Essential) with your own transport. These are newly created roles for a national Charity who support elderly people in Residential and Nursing Homes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide regional cover for maintenance operatives during times of absence. This will necessitate some travel and overnight stays. Induction of new maintenance operatives to include training and completion of competencies. During escalation to carry out a variety of planned and reactive building maintenance tasks, which will be varied in nature and will include, but not limited to, basic general building, electrical, joinery, tiling, decorating, paving and external works, drainage works and plumbing, as outlined within the scope of works. Chairing Regional Maintenance Operatives quarterly meetings to ensure sharing of best practice and collaboration and attend the Regional/Ops Estates Meetings. Support maintenance operatives during contracted works. Attend quarterly Health, Safety, Property Compliance Committee meetings. Update the Property and Estates electronic system as required and record your maintenance repairs performed. Monitor ground and garden condition and that any planned works have been completed. PERSON SPECIFICATION At least 3 years' experience in maintenance, repairs, or a related field Experience in health and safety, fire safety, or compliance tasks Supervisory/leadership skills, and a willingness to develop new skills Practical skills in maintenance, including plumbing, joinery, and decorating Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends, if required

Ground Maintenance Operative Location - Birmingham Pay - 12.71 per hour PAYE inc Holiday 16.34 per hour LTD Umbrella Hours - 37 per week Monday to Friday Contract - Temporary with Permanent possible following Probationary period Service Care Solutions have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Ground Maintenance Operative to work out of Birmingham. Our client are a Housing Association, and based out of Birmingham, you will be working a 37 hour working week, carrying out the below duties: Undertaking gardening, garden clearance and/or grounds maintenance for a range of properties in accordance with service specification and works schedule Undertaking seasonal external maintenance work such as hard landscaping or fencing repairs Supporting the neighbourhoods team to manage our estates to the highest standards and to the satisfaction of customers Supporting the sustainability of neighbourhoods by maintaining high standards of presentation You need to deliver excellent services to customers and work to achieve performance targets and high levels of customer satisfaction Responsibilities Work as part of a team delivering gardening services for properties and for other landlords, to agreed timescales and specifications. The gardening work includes grass cutting, clearance, planting, weeding and maintenance of shrub areas using appropriate hand tools and mechanical horticultural appliances Undertake external maintenance work such as slab repairs and fencing, within agreed timescales Make use of modern technology to support the delivery of the role on a mobile basis. Use any equipment provided to minimise risks such as alarms and trackers Work proactively to present schemes to the best standards possible with a view to having a positive impact on the customer view of the service and the satisfaction with the Housing Association as the Landlord Be mindful of the opportunities for consistently delivering improved value for money supporting the Estate Services Manager to ensure the service is competitive and viable Deliver excellent customer service, responding to customer enquiries positively and politely, ensuring that enquiries are passed to relevant colleagues for a response where necessary Work collaboratively with your team and with colleagues across the association to share information; implement best practice and continuously improve service to customers Deliver and demonstrate the vision, values and behaviours of the organisation at all times Compile accurate and relevant performance or completion information when required for consideration by the team manager Work to achieve performance targets, identify any barriers to achieving these targets and agree remedial actions with the team leader Ensure that health and safety considerations are central to all work activities. Attend health and safety training or briefing as required and ensure that risk assessments are complied with at all times Ensure that personal protective equipment is used appropriately; equipment is well maintained; COSHH requirements are complied with and work is carried out in a safe manner for operatives and any other people in the vicinity of work in progress Follow appropriate safeguarding training, understand types of abuse or neglect, be able to recognise potential cases of abuse/neglect in children or vulnerable adults and symptoms of significant harm Make timely referrals and where there is a risk of significant harm, take immediate action in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy and Procedures and procedures of the relevant Local Safeguarding Board(s) Seek continuous improvement in the quality and delivery of services to customers including developing your own skills, knowledge and experience to maximise your impact on customer satisfaction and the achievement of key performance indicators and business objectives All work to be undertaken in line with policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Customer Involvement, Equality and Diversity and Safeguarding Undertake any other duties commensurate with this post as reasonably requested by the Team Leader (Grounds Maintenance) Requirements: Previous Ground Maintenance experience. Be able to work outside in all weathers. Physically fit due to ground conditions. Hold a Full UK Driving License Working hours: Monday to Friday 7:30am till 3:30pm and be flexible to work alternate weekends. For more information on this role, please contact Prakash on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Cleaner - Mobile Estate Operative 24,242 per annum + Benefits Covering the Bristol Area Full Time Permanent 37 hours per week Your Pride. Our Spaces. Happy Communities. At Curo, we take pride in creating clean, safe places where people want to live. Our estates and shared areas are the first thing residents see when they come home. We need people who care about making that first impression count. This hands-on role puts you at the heart of our communities. You'll work as a pair with a colleague. You'll travel across our estates keeping shared spaces clean and welcoming for residents. You'll meet our residents along the way and make their surroundings cleaner and safer each day. What you'll be doing Cleaning shared areas including stairwells, entrances and common spaces Hoovering, mopping and sweeping to keep areas spotless Cleaning bin rooms and litter picking around estates Moving between buildings throughout the day, including going up and down stairs regularly Spot and report any repairs or health and safety concerns to the right teams Complete all paperwork and records accurately What you'll get in return Beyond a good salary and the chance to make a real difference every day, you'll get: 26 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) rising to 29 days after 3 years Your birthday off as an extra holiday Up to 10% matched pension contribution Free parking at many of our locations Flexible benefits which might include a Health Cash Plan Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for your own wellbeing More about you Essential: A full UK driving licence as you'll drive a Curo van between locations Experience working with customers in a service role Strong attention to detail in your work Ability to work well with a colleague and as part of a team Self-motivated with good planning skills Comfortable using mobile devices and technology Able to work up and down stairs regularly throughout the day Ability to put tasks in order and solve problems on your own Desirable: Previous experience in cleaning, gardening or similar hands-on roles Knowledge of health and safety practices when using equipment We value skills from various backgrounds. Whether you've worked in retail, hospitality, warehousing, or other service roles, your customer service experience and hands-on skills could be perfect for this role. About Curo We're a leading South West housing association with social purpose at our heart. We provide affordable homes and create positive futures in our communities. We're proud to be among the UK's top 100 companies to work for. We're also the 5th best housing association nationwide. We actively welcome applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBTQ+, from ethnic minority backgrounds, and from our Curo customers. We're committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you need any adjustments to help you apply or interview, please contact our recruitment team.

Are you a Grounds Maintenance Operative, seeking your next contract in the Slough area? My client has an immediate opportunity to join their Grounds Maintenance Team on a freelance basis, covering long term absence. The successful applicant will be responsible for the delivery of the Grounds Maintenance service in an efficient and effective manner in accordance with best horticultural practise. Responsibilities: Provide and carryout Grounds Maintenance Service as directed by the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader to the communal areas of managed estates. To include grass cutting, hedge cutting, pruning, weed control, litter picking, and other works as deemed necessary. Use PDA Reporting system to record site visits and record tasks carried out. Familiarise yourself with your responsibilities with the Health & Safety policies & procedures and work in accordance with them at all times. Use all personal protective equipment provided as may be required to carry out the role. Be responsible for ensuring that equipment is regularly washed, kept clean and in good condition and report any defects to the supervisor. Be responsible for ensuring that all vehicles are kept clean with regular checks to oil and coolant levels reporting any defects to the fleet manager. Requirements: Knowledge and understanding of the range of practical and technical issues relevant to the provision of carrying out Grounds Maintenance. Knowledge and skills in the use of both mechanical & hand tools used in grounds maintenance operations. Current holder of National Proficiency Test certificate for the safe control & use of pesticide or Pa1, Pa6a. Current holder of a full UK driving Licence with towing ability. To apply, please attach a copy of your CV

Grounds Maintenance Operative Hourly Rate: £17.43 per hour Van & Fuel Card Provided Location: Slough About the Role We re seeking a reliable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team. You will play a key role in maintaining clean, safe, and attractive communal spaces across estates in Slough and the surrounding areas , delivering high quality grounds maintenance services in line with horticultural best practice. What You ll Be Doing Carrying out grounds maintenance duties including grass cutting, hedge trimming, pruning, weed control and litter picking. Completing scheduled work as instructed by the Grounds Maintenance Team Leader. Using a PDA system to record visits and tasks completed. Working in line with Health & Safety procedures and participating in regular Toolbox Talks. Ensuring tools, equipment, and vehicles are kept clean and well maintained, reporting any defects. Supporting other trade teams when required to deliver excellent customer service. What We re Looking For Experience in a grounds maintenance role, ideally within a housing or DLO environment. Knowledge of horticultural practices and experience using grounds maintenance machinery and hand tools. PA1/PA6a pesticide certification (desirable). Full UK driving licence with towing capability. Strong communication skills and a customer centred approach. A positive attitude and the ability to work safely and professionally. Why Join Us? Competitive hourly rate of £17.43 Van and fuel card included A varied and active outdoor role Supportive team culture with ongoing training Opportunity to make a visible difference across local communities How to Apply If you re motivated, take pride in your work, and want to help maintain high quality outdoor environments, we d love to hear from you. Contact Ben Thomas Phone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)

Maintenance Operative - Electrical Bias Estates & Facilities Operative (Electrical Bias)Salary: £35,000 per annum Location: Doncaster Start Date: July/August 2026 Type: Full-time, Permanent We are seeking a proactive and reliable Estates & Facilities Operative (Electrical Bias) to join our site team and support the smooth running of our school campus. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled electrical professional who also enjoys a hands-on, varied facilities role within a supportive school environment. The Role This is a dual-skilled position combining electrical maintenance responsibilities with general caretaking duties, ensuring the school remains safe, compliant, and well-presented at all times. Key Responsibilities Electrical Duties Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPMs) across site Conduct compliance checks including: Emergency lighting Fire alarm systems Perform reactive repairs to building systems and electrical appliances Support contractor management for larger outsourced installations Assist with PAT testing and electrical safety tasks General Estates & Caretaking Duties Moving furniture and setting up rooms/events Basic painting and decorating Grounds maintenance (e.g. grass cutting, litter picking) Cleaning and general upkeep of the site Minor building fabric repairs Unblocking drains/toilets Locking/unlocking buildings and site security checks Working Hours This role operates on a 4-week rotating shift pattern: 2 weeks: 6:00am - 2:30pm 1 week: 10:00am - 6:30pm 1 week: 1:00pm - 9:30pm About You We are looking for a professional, dependable individual who takes pride in their work and presents themselves positively within a school environment. Essential Requirements: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent) 18th Edition Wiring Regulations PAT Testing certification Full UK driving licence (required for site vehicle use) Strong practical maintenance skills and problem-solving ability Good communication skills and a team-focused attitude Desirable: Previous experience in a school, education, or large-site environment What We Offer £35,000 salary 8 weeks' annual leave (to be taken outside of term time, except in exceptional circumstances) Aviva Workplace Pension Westfield Health Scheme Free meals while on duty Supportive working environment with opportunity for long-term stability Safeguarding This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Application Process Apply by submitting your CV via email to: Face-to-face interviews will be held on-site A second-stage interview may be required What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Your new company We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our team, working across social housing sites in the Wythenshawe area. This is a hands-on outdoor role ideal for someone who takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and well-presented communal spaces. You will be working across multiple locations, ensuring outdoor areas are kept to a high standard while representing the company professionally within residential communities. Your new role Grass cutting, strimming, and hedge trimming General grounds upkeep across social housing estates Litter picking and maintaining clean communal areas Weed control and basic planting Leaf clearance and seasonal maintenance tasks Reporting any site issues or safety concerns Ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high standard What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, or landscaping Full UK driving licence Ability to work independently and as part of a team What you'll get in return Company van provided for work use All tools and equipment supplied Full uniform provided Consistent, ongoing work Supportive team environment Opportunity for long-term employment and progression What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Georgia on (phone number removed). Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Gardener / Grounds Maintenance Rolling Temp contract 7.98 PAYE per hour or 23.41per hour via Umbrella Location: E12 5DQ 3 positions available We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate, trustworthy and hardworking Gardener / Grounds Maintenance operative to join our team to deliver excellent gardening and grounds maintenance services within the City of London Cemetery and Crematorium The post holder's main duties will include watering communal green spaces, weeding, dead-heading, soft edging and leaf clearance. Ideally, you must have gardening skills and experience and the ability to self-motivate, manage your workload and work in an established team. This role is physically demanding and will involve working outdoors in all weathers. To contribute to the maintenance of amenity garden areas on public housing estates to a consistently high standard. Departmental Responsibilities: To carry out shrub bed maintenance, including leaf removal, weeding and pruning with either hand tools or machines. To carry out grass cutting, both with hand and ride on machines. To remove leaves from both hard and soft landscapes areas To carry out weed and pest control. To maintain water ways including rubbish removal and vegetation control. To ensure that paths are salted where and when appropriate, and participate in snow clearance activity.

I am currently working alongside a well-established property services business who are keen to introduce a mobile estates cleaning operative to their team based in the Haringey catchment. Job Description Mobile Estates Cleaning operative Full UK driving license required (Manual license only) Monday to Friday Must have minimum one year experience in the cleaning industry. 08:00am until 16:00pm inc a thirty minute break per day. Duties include: Mopping, sweeping, sanitising, hoovering etc Working within estates communal areas. Available to start ASAP Working alongside a well-established property services company Company van and fuel card supplied Must be able to keep van at home in a safe space. Uniform supplied. Carrying out duties on multiple sites per day. Temp to perm basis 14.24 per hour Covering Haringey and surrounding areas. Temporary to permanent Weekly pay. Permanent position at the end of the thirteen weeks. If you believe the above position is an opportunity that you do not want to miss out on then please apply straight away. RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Site Porter Full-Time 37.5 Hours per Week Permanent Role Are you a hands-on, reliable, and proactive individual looking for a varied role within a busy school environment? We are currently recruiting for a Site Porter to join a dedicated Estates and Services team, supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of a prestigious school site. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in delivering excellent service, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Working Hours This role operates on a two-week alternating rota across 52 weeks of the year: Week A: 10:00am - 6:00pm Week B: 6:00am - 2:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break included) As Site Porter, you will play a key role in supporting the operational running of the school and wider charity facilities. Working within the in-house portering team, you will assist with site logistics, deliveries, event set-ups, security duties, and general operational support while ensuring health and safety standards are maintained at all times. This is a physically active role requiring excellent organisation, communication, and time management skills. You will regularly interact with staff, visitors, contractors, parents, and senior leadership, so professionalism and a positive approach are essential. Key Responsibilities as the Site Porter: Managing and responding to portering requests through the CAFM helpdesk system Unlocking and securing buildings and gates during early and late shifts Receiving, distributing, and storing deliveries, parcels, and incoming post Assisting with furniture moves, room set-ups, assemblies, parents' evenings, and school events Supporting the smooth running of major school and charity events Monitoring site safety and responding to alarms when required Providing reception cover during designated times Supporting traffic management and maintaining site security awareness Ensuring photocopier supplies are stocked across the site Carrying out manual handling duties safely and efficiently Assisting with vehicle checks, basic maintenance, and minibus duties when required Supporting wider Estates, Cleaning, Grounds, and Maintenance teams as needed Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across the site The person: Essential Requirements Full clean UK driving licence Good understanding of health & safety practices Ability to work on a rotating shift pattern Professional appearance and attitude at all times Experience Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling duties Highly organised with good time management skills A strong communicator with a professional and approachable manner Able to work independently and as part of a team Proactive, reliable, and willing to support wider operational activities Comfortable using computers and online systems Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities Desirable Experience Previous experience in a porter, facilities, caretaking, estates, or operational support role Experience working within schools, education, or large sites Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge Manual handling or health & safety training What our client is offering: A varied and rewarding role within a supportive team Opportunities for training and development A professional and friendly working environment The opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of a respected educational setting If you are practical, dependable, and enjoy working in a busy environment where your contribution truly matters, we would love to hear from you.

Gardener / Grounds Maintenance Rolling Temp contract to start 3 month minimum 17.98 PAYE per hour or 23.83 per hour via Umbrella Location: Avondale Square, London, SE1 5PD We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate, trustworthy and hardworking Gardener / Grounds Maintenance operative to join our team to deliver excellent gardening and grounds maintenance services. The post holder's main duties will include watering communal green spaces, weeding, dead-heading, soft edging and leaf clearance. You must have gardening skills and experience and the ability to self-motivate, manage your workload and work in an established team. This role is physically demanding and will involve working outdoors in all weathers. It would be ideal if you have used a ride on Mower but not essential. To contribute to the maintenance of amenity garden areas on public housing estates to a consistently high standard. Departmental Responsibilities: To carry out shrub bed maintenance, including leaf removal, weeding and pruning with either hand tools or machines. To carry out grass cutting, both with hand and ride on machines. To remove leaves from both hard and soft landscapes areas To carry out weed and pest control. To maintain water ways including rubbish removal and vegetation control. To ensure that paths are salted where and when appropriate, and participate in snow clearance activity.

Your new company We are currently seeking a reliable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Operative to join a busy team, delivering high-quality grounds services across social housing estates in the Crewe area.This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in maintaining green spaces, communal areas, and residential environments to a clean, safe, and visually appealing standard for tenants and the wider community. Your new role Carry out a full range of grounds maintenance duties across residential estates, including: Grass cutting and lawn care Hedge trimming and pruning Strimming and edging Weed control and spraying (where qualified) Leaf clearance and seasonal work Maintain communal outdoor areas to a consistently high standard Ensure all work is completed in line with scheduled maintenance plans Operate and maintain tools, machinery, and equipment safely What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, or landscaping Good knowledge of plants, seasonal work, and outdoor maintenance practices Full UK driving licence PA1 / PA6 Licence What you'll get in return Competitive salary and overtime opportunities Company vehicle Tools, PPE, and uniform provided Ongoing training and development opportunities What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a reliable Building Services Assistant to join their Facilities Team. The role is permanent, working full-time, working 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:15pm and Friday 8am to 3pm. The role supports the day-to-day maintenance of the buildings, helping to ensure a safe, compliant and well-maintained environment for staff and visitors. You will carry out a range of routine maintenance duties including minor plumbing, general building repairs, inspections and responding to helpdesk requests. Working closely with other Technicians and supervisors, you will support planned and reactive maintenance across all areas. The ideal candidate will have practical maintenance experience, a strong focus on safety and compliance, good teamwork skills and the ability to use IT systems to record work. Main duties of the job Carry out basic plumbing work, including unblocking drains, replacing taps, and addressing minor leaks Support minor mechanical repairs, routine checks, and general building fabric duties. Deliver handyman-level jobs such as fixtures, fittings, minor carpentry, and general repairs across the estate. Respond to Estates helpdesk requests, ensuring timely completion or escalation of issues. Assist Estates Technicians and Trades in delivering PPMs and reactive maintenance activities. Support safe working practices, following policies, and relevant safety procedures. To assist with out-of-hours services and issues alongside other members of the facilities team. Liaise with and monitor contractors as required. To understand and carry out waste disposal processes in line with environmental policy. To assist the facilities Team with operating the Security & Fire Systems. To monitor the security for the site alongside the other members of the facilities team. Requirements: The post holder will be a multi-skilled support operative with experience in routine mechanical and building maintenance. Fork Truck License or be willing to go on training courses to achieve this. Full UK Driving licence Experience of maintenance repairs (DIY Level) and using hand tools Manual Handling Good communication and organisation skills Working at Height (In house training provided) Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.

Your new company A large, reputable higher education institution in Manchester is seeking a dedicated and proactive Grounds Maintenance Operative to support the upkeep and presentation of its campus grounds. This long-term temporary position offers stability, a collaborative working environment, and the opportunity to contribute to the safety, sustainability, and overall student experience across a busy university estate. Your new role Carry out routine grounds maintenance including mowing, strimming, edging, hedge cutting, weeding, pruning, and planting. Undertake soft landscaping works such as turfing, mulching, and seasonal planting schemes. Maintain pathways, courtyards, outdoor sports areas, and communal green spaces to a high standard. Support leaf collection, litter picking, and waste management across the campus. Operate and maintain ground machinery and tools safely (e.g., ride-on mowers, strimmers, blowers). Assist with gritting and snow-clearing duties during winter months to ensure safe access across campus. Report maintenance issues, hazards, or defects promptly to supervisors. Work collaboratively with estates and facilities teams to support events, projects, and seasonal requirements. Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations and university policies. What you'll need to succeed Essential Experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, horticulture, or a similar outdoor maintenance role. Ability to operate grounds maintenance machinery and equipment safely. Strong understanding of health and safety working practices. Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Desirable Horticulture or grounds maintenance qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or equivalent). PA1/PA6 pesticide qualifications. Full UK driving licence. Experience working in a public-sector or education environment. What you'll get in return Long-term temporary assignment within a respected Manchester higher education institution. Supportive and friendly estate services team. Opportunities to build experience on a large, diverse estate. Weekly pay and competitive hourly rate. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)