Maintenance Operative

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.

Click the button to apply