Maintenance Operative


Company:	HR GO Recruitment
Salary:	£28,000 to £28,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sheffield, S25 3RF
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

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HRGO Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established local business for a

full-time, permanent Maintenance Operative.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a practical maintenance background who enjoys variety and takes pride in keeping a site safe, secure and well maintained. You will be responsible for general maintenance, repairs and the day-to-day upkeep of the site, while supporting the wider team with operational duties when required.

Salary: £28,000 per year

Hours: Rotating 4 on 4 off / 5 on 3 off shift pattern, including weekends

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

What's on Offer

£28,000 salary

Full-time, permanent position

Rotating 4 on 4 off / 5 on 3 off shift pattern

Ongoing training and development

Supportive working environment

Employee discount

Cycle to Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Opportunity to develop within a growing local business

The Role

As a Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep of the site. Your duties will include:

Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance

Diagnosing faults and completing repairs

General building maintenance and repairs

Basic plumbing, electrical and carpentry work

Painting and decorating

Maintaining fencing, gates, drainage and external areas

Using hand and power tools safely

Carrying out regular site inspections

Identifying and reporting maintenance issues

Maintaining accurate maintenance and inspection records

Supporting contractors and site inductions

Assisting with routine compliance and safety checks

Supporting site opening and closing procedures

Assisting with access control and security checks

Carrying out routine CCTV and site security checks

Responding to maintenance issues that could affect site safety or security

Supporting the wider team with general operational duties when required

About You

We are looking for someone who is practical, reliable and confident carrying out a variety of maintenance tasks.

You will ideally have experience in

maintenance, facilities, property maintenance, building maintenance or a similar hands-on environment.

You will need:

Previous maintenance or facilities experience

Good general repair and practical skills

Experience using hand and power tools

Basic plumbing and electrical knowledge

Carpentry and general building maintenance experience

Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills

A good understanding of health and safety

The ability to work independently and manage your own workload

A proactive and reliable approach

Good communication skills

A full UK driving licence

Flexibility to work a rotating shift pattern, including weekends

Relevant qualifications such as

City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent would be advantageous but are not essential.

Previous experience within

facilities, property maintenance, industrial, commercial or secure-site environments would also be beneficial.

Interested?

If you have hands-on maintenance experience and are looking for a

stable, permanent opportunity with a growing local business, we'd like to hear from you.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV and a member of the

HRGO Recruitment team will be in touch.

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