Maintenance Operative

Plumpton College is seeking a practical, proactive and customer‑focusedMaintenance Operativeto help ensure our campus remains safe, functional and professionally presented for students, staff and visitors. This is an exciting opportunity to play a hands‑on role in maintaining our unique estate, supporting daily operations, and contributing to the smooth running of a busy and diverse college environment. About the Role As a Maintenance Operative, you will work as part of our Estates team to deliver a wide range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks across the College. You will help ensure buildings, facilities and grounds are kept to a high standard, supporting teaching, learning and events throughout the year. You will: Carry out daily maintenance tasks safely and professionally, following risk assessments. Undertake repairs and installations including door and window servicing, signage, noticeboards, dispensers, blinds and fixed furniture. Assemble office and residential furniture, storage equipment, animal enclosures and benching. Complete basic carpentry tasks such as shelving, skirting and architrave. Support groundworks including fencing, drainage repairs and path formation. Carry out decorating, preparation and finishing tasks. Maintain clear and appropriate safety signage across the site. Act as a Fire Warden and support fire safety system testing. Assist Student Services with building security. Support Estates and IT teams with office moves and relocations. Help set up facilities for college events and occasionally support event delivery. Respond quickly to cordon off risk areas and communicate follow‑up actions. Promote energy‑efficient practices and support meter readings and investigations. Undertake additional tasks as directed by the Head of Estates. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys varied, practical work and takes pride in delivering high‑quality results in a collaborative environment. About You We are looking for a skilled, adaptable and friendly individual who can work confidently across multiple trades and support colleagues across the College. Essential: A relevant trade qualification (e.g., carpentry) with practical experience. Full UK driving licence held for at least two years. Strong manual handling skills and ability to work at height. Competency across multiple trades with excellent attention to detail. Knowledge of safe tool use and Health & Safety requirements. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach. Friendly, approachable and committed to excellent customer service. You will be professional, adaptable and committed to delivering high‑quality workmanship while supporting the wider needs of the College.