Maintenance Operative
| Company: | Cygnet |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.15 to £13.15 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Alfreton, DE55 3AA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 9 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 8 Dec 2026 |
Summary
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 Operative with a passion for making a difference to others.
You’ll be working full time, 40 hours per week across Cygnet Storthfield House, and Cygnet Syamores, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.
Cygnet Storthfield House is a 22 bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men in Normanton, Derbyshire. The service is dedicated to providing a high quality environment for promoting long-term recovery.
15 The Sycamores is a three bed community rehabilitation (level 1) residential service in Normanton, Derbyshire, for men that have been able to progress through the hospital pathway at rehabilitation and recovery hospitals.
4, 5, 7 The Sycamores is a residential service in Normanton, Derbyshire. This homely service supports six men with learning disabilities, who may also have a secondary diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.
Your day-to-day...
- Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
- Maintain records and use facilities management portal to coordinate work
- Book and chaperone contractors when working on site
- Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work
- Maintain plant & services 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
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
- £13.15 Per Hour increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 Months
- Strong career progression opportunities
- Expert supervision & support
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
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
- IT literate - able to use emails, word, excel and learn specialist programmes
- Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
- Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in a field relating to general maintenance
- Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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