Maintenance Worker

Join Our Team at our newly formed NY Highways Property division

Salary: From £28,254 (+ £1,130-£1,190 market supplement) per year + Overtime opportunities

Contract: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire

This role is within NYH Property, which operates independently from the highways maintenance side of NY Highways. While NYH Property is part of the wider NY Highways group, this position focuses solely on property maintenance and construction across a range of private, public and commercial buildings not highways or road infrastructure.

Are you a skilled and motivated individual with a passion for hands-on work and problem-solving? We're looking for a Maintenance Worker to join our dynamic Property Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, working on a variety of capital projects and responsive maintenance tasks across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties.

An Exciting Time to Join NY Highways Property

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter for NY Highways Property as we expand our Property Services team. With a growing portfolio and a renewed focus on delivering high quality maintenance across North Yorkshire, there's never been a better time to join us. You'll be helping shape the future of our service while enjoying the stability and support of a forward thinking organisation.

What You'll Be Doing:

You'll play a key role in maintaining and improving our properties. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out a wide range of general maintenance tasks including building, drainage, brickwork, joinery, plumbing, glazing, plastering, flooring, painting, tiling, fencing, and roofing.
• Supporting both planned maintenance and emergency response workstreams.
• Operating tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assisting tradespeople (e.g. Joiners, Plumbers) on more complex jobs.
• Handling materials, receiving deliveries, and keeping work areas tidy and organised.
• Using handheld devices to record completed work and report defects.
• Following health and safety procedures, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Participating in our on-call rota to respond to emergency repairs.

Read the full job description for this role here.

What We're Looking For:

• Valid CSCS Card
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Proven experience in a similar hands-on role
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Willingness to travel across the county and participate in the on-call rota
• Enhanced DBS check (Children's Barred List)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay & Progression: Annual pay reviews and opportunities to move up the pay scale as you grow in your role. This role also benefits from a temporary market supplement*
• Generous holiday allowance: 24 days + bank holidays (increasing annually up to 5 years)
• Job Security: A strong partnership with North Yorkshire Council ensures a steady pipeline of public and private sector work.
• Training & Development: Access to a wide range of training courses to help you upskill and advance your career.
• Inclusive Culture: We value diversity and are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Click here to explore our full benefits package.

• In addition to your annual basic salary, you will also receive an additional temporary payment of a market supplement. This will be payable monthly in arrears. Please note the supplement is a temporary, additional payment and will be shown separately on your payslip and is subject to annual review.

NY Highways Property provides maintenance services across North Yorkshire. We operate in close partnership with North Yorkshire Council, combining a commercial focus with public sector values. While we work closely with the Council, NY Highways Property is an independent business and not part of the Council itself.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your CV and complete our short application form today. Interviews will be held throughout the recruitment process, so early applications are encouraged and this role may be closed earlier than advertised.

For a confidential chat about the role or help with your application, contact:

Frances Richmond (Resourcing Partner)

Interviews will be held throughout the recruitment process, so early applications are encouraged.

We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline.

NY Highways is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.

We will not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

At NY Highways, safety is a core principle. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our employees and the public. To maintain a safe work environment, we enforce a strict substance misuse policy. Employees must report to work fit for duty and free from drugs or alcohol. New employees will undergo mandatory drug and alcohol testing, with random tests conducted throughout employment. Adherence to this policy is essential for upholding our safety standards and ensuring the integrity of our operations.

NY Highways is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All staff will receive training relevant to their role at induction and throughout employment. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service criminal records check for work with children. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Maintenance Worker - NY Highways Property

Salary: 29, ,444

Posted: 21/11/2025

Closing date: 07/12/2025

Closing time: 23:59