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Maintenance Operative (Late Shift)

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Posted on Jun 8, 2026 by CV-Library
Battersea, Greater London, United Kingdom
Real Estate
Immediate Start
£35.9k - £35.9k Annual
Full-Time
Maintenance Operative (Late Shift)

Location: Battersea, London
Hours: 12:00pm – 9:00pm, Monday to Friday (plus enhanced overtime opportunities)
Salary: £35,934 per annum

Red Rock Consultants are working with a prestigious independent school in Battersea that is looking to appoint a skilled Maintenance Operative to join their Estates team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and proactive maintenance professional to play a key role in maintaining a busy and diverse educational estate. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking a wide range of repair, maintenance and minor project works, helping to ensure the school environment remains safe, compliant and well-presented for pupils, staff and visitors.

Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check.

Benefits:

* 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

* Up to 14% employer pension contribution and life insurance cover

* Free lunches on site

* Simply Health healthcare plan and wellbeing support

* Local shopping and restaurant discounts

Key Responsibilities:

* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across the school estate, including carpentry, plumbing, decorating, plastering, glazing, brickwork and minor electrical works.

* Plan, cost and complete minor refurbishment and building projects.

* Source materials and manage project costs effectively.

* Inspect buildings and grounds, identifying and resolving maintenance issues.

* Monitor drainage systems, gutters, pumps and general building fabric.

* Monitor mechanical and electrical systems, including heating and cooling systems.

* Assist with the supervision and management of contractors on site.

* Ensure all maintenance activities are accurately recorded using the Helpdesk system.

* Maintain stock levels of consumables, tools and maintenance equipment.

* Support emergency repairs and participate in call-out arrangements where required.

* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and participate in risk assessments.

* Support site security and Gatehouse operations when required.

* Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas.

* Liaise effectively with staff, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure works are completed efficiently.

The Ideal Candidate:

* Experience within a maintenance, facilities, estates or building services role.

* Broad practical skills including carpentry, plumbing, decorating, plastering, brickwork and minor electrical works.

* Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and building compliance requirements.

* Experience supervising contractors.

* Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual tasks and working at height when required.

* Full UK driving licence.

Technical qualifications, First Aid certification, Health & Safety qualifications and previous experience within an educational environment would be advantageous but are not essential.

Please apply or contact Emma on (phone number removed) to find out more

Reference: 225222226

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Maintenance Operative (Late Shift)

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 8, 2026 by CV-Library

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Battersea, Greater London, United Kingdom
Real Estate
Immediate Start
£35.9k - £35.9k Annual
Full-Time
Maintenance Operative (Late Shift)

Location: Battersea, London
Hours: 12:00pm – 9:00pm, Monday to Friday (plus enhanced overtime opportunities)
Salary: £35,934 per annum

Red Rock Consultants are working with a prestigious independent school in Battersea that is looking to appoint a skilled Maintenance Operative to join their Estates team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and proactive maintenance professional to play a key role in maintaining a busy and diverse educational estate. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking a wide range of repair, maintenance and minor project works, helping to ensure the school environment remains safe, compliant and well-presented for pupils, staff and visitors.

Please note: the successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check.

Benefits:

* 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

* Up to 14% employer pension contribution and life insurance cover

* Free lunches on site

* Simply Health healthcare plan and wellbeing support

* Local shopping and restaurant discounts

Key Responsibilities:

* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across the school estate, including carpentry, plumbing, decorating, plastering, glazing, brickwork and minor electrical works.

* Plan, cost and complete minor refurbishment and building projects.

* Source materials and manage project costs effectively.

* Inspect buildings and grounds, identifying and resolving maintenance issues.

* Monitor drainage systems, gutters, pumps and general building fabric.

* Monitor mechanical and electrical systems, including heating and cooling systems.

* Assist with the supervision and management of contractors on site.

* Ensure all maintenance activities are accurately recorded using the Helpdesk system.

* Maintain stock levels of consumables, tools and maintenance equipment.

* Support emergency repairs and participate in call-out arrangements where required.

* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and participate in risk assessments.

* Support site security and Gatehouse operations when required.

* Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas.

* Liaise effectively with staff, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure works are completed efficiently.

The Ideal Candidate:

* Experience within a maintenance, facilities, estates or building services role.

* Broad practical skills including carpentry, plumbing, decorating, plastering, brickwork and minor electrical works.

* Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and building compliance requirements.

* Experience supervising contractors.

* Physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual tasks and working at height when required.

* Full UK driving licence.

Technical qualifications, First Aid certification, Health & Safety qualifications and previous experience within an educational environment would be advantageous but are not essential.

Please apply or contact Emma on (phone number removed) to find out more
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Reference: 225222226

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