Maintenance Worker
| Posting date: | 10 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,027 to £24,348 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | £24,027 - £24,348 pro-rata, per annum (£12.45 – £12.62 per hour) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 June 2025 |
| Location: | Bishops Waltham, Southampton |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hampshire County Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | HCC621002 |
Summary
As a Maintenance Worker for our Libraries and Community Hubs, you'll work closely with the Lead Technician to maintain our buildings, taking on various maintenance and repair tasks, as well as larger projects like library refurbishments. Flexibility is key, as your workload will vary depending on the projects at hand, however you'll be given at least 2-4 weeks’ notice of your shifts, allowing you to plan ahead. You'll have the chance to directly influence the look and feel of libraries, creating safe and welcoming spaces for the community.
What you’ll be doing:
• Carrying out minor maintenance and repairs to buildings, furniture, fixtures, fittings and equipment.
• Patching/touching up of decoration to maintain high standards.
• Maintaining cleanliness of buildings, grounds, and equipment, and carrying out heavy cleaning tasks as required.
• Travelling across the county using a Luton van to reach different libraries.
• Moving furniture and heavy/bulky equipment.
• Complying with all relevant health and safety policies and procedures.
What we’re looking for:
• Experience of simple DIY style maintenance and repairs.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying workloads and schedules.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, building strong working relationships.
• Ability to complete written records as well as use digital systems for planning work and communication.
• Experienced driver with a clean driving licence.
Why join us?
• Supportive team: Be part of a small but friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to create safe and welcoming spaces for people in our community.
• Dynamic work environment: Every day brings something new! You'll meet different people, travel to various locations across the county, and take on a range of tasks, keeping your workday exciting and engaging.
• Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other job titles you may be searching for: Caretaker, Handyman, Facilities Maintenance, Maintenance Technician, Facilities Assistant, Property Maintenance Worker, Buildings Maintenance Worker.
What you’ll be doing:
• Carrying out minor maintenance and repairs to buildings, furniture, fixtures, fittings and equipment.
• Patching/touching up of decoration to maintain high standards.
• Maintaining cleanliness of buildings, grounds, and equipment, and carrying out heavy cleaning tasks as required.
• Travelling across the county using a Luton van to reach different libraries.
• Moving furniture and heavy/bulky equipment.
• Complying with all relevant health and safety policies and procedures.
What we’re looking for:
• Experience of simple DIY style maintenance and repairs.
• Flexibility to adapt to varying workloads and schedules.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, building strong working relationships.
• Ability to complete written records as well as use digital systems for planning work and communication.
• Experienced driver with a clean driving licence.
Why join us?
• Supportive team: Be part of a small but friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to create safe and welcoming spaces for people in our community.
• Dynamic work environment: Every day brings something new! You'll meet different people, travel to various locations across the county, and take on a range of tasks, keeping your workday exciting and engaging.
• Professional growth: We invest in your future. With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other job titles you may be searching for: Caretaker, Handyman, Facilities Maintenance, Maintenance Technician, Facilities Assistant, Property Maintenance Worker, Buildings Maintenance Worker.
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