Maintenance Operative


Company:	Catch 22 Recruitment
Salary:	£27,000 to £30,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	SO21 2BB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	10 Sept 2026

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Summary

Catch 22 are recruiting for a

Multi Trade Maintenance Operative on behalf of a leading specialist care provider. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established National Maintenance Team responsible for maintaining residential care homes across your designated region.

This is a varied, field-based role where you'll carry out reactive repairs, planned maintenance and general property upkeep, helping to ensure safe, comfortable living environments for residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance works

• Complete general building repairs, carpentry, plumbing and decorating tasks

• Diagnose faults and identify practical maintenance solutions

• Update works completed using a digital job management system

• Liaise with colleagues and contractors to ensure repairs are completed efficiently

• Maintain high standards of safety, workmanship and customer service

About You:

• Previous experience within property maintenance or a recognised trade

• Good all-round maintenance knowledge

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach

• Able to work independently and manage your own workload

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Full UK Driving Licence essential

Package:

• 30,000 salary (opportunities to develop)

• Company van and fuel card

• £130 monthly on-call allowance

• Paid emergency call-outs and authorised overtime

• Mobile phone, tablet, tools and PPE provided

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays

• Life insurance, Employee Assistance Programme and additional employee benefits

If you're a hands-on maintenance professional looking for a role with variety, autonomy and genuine purpose, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.

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