Maintenance Operative

7 months ago


Durham, United Kingdom Cygnet Full time

We are looking for a skilled **Maintenance Operative** with a passion for making a difference to others.

You’ll be working **40 hours a week at Cygnet Apple Tree,** helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

**This is a Temporary 6-12 month contract.**

Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an acute service for women.

Our person-centred service has been designed with wellness in mind, providing a safe and comfortable environment that promotes efficient rehabilitation and recovery. We are dedicated to understand, stabilise and break the traumatic cycles of relapse that can impact service users’ lives.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Your day-to-day...

Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work
Maintain plant, services & vehicles 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

Strong career progression opportunities
Expert supervision & support
Employee referral scheme
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
Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance
Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude

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.


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