Job Description:

Facilities / Maintenance Operative

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Salary: £25,000 per annum + on-call allowance (1 week in every 3)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Reference: 43/26

We are currently recruiting for a Facilities / Maintenance Operative to join a well-established organisation in Kettering. This is a full-time position supporting the safe, efficient, and effective operation of a busy multi-site environment. 

Working on a rotating shift pattern:

• Week 1: Monday to Friday, 5:30am to 1:30pm
  
  
• Week 2: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm
  
  
• Week 3: Monday to Friday, 11:00am to 7:00pm
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of caretaking and facilities duties, including basic DIY, plumbing, painting and decorating.
  
  
• Operate a forklift truck (training may be provided where required).
  
  
• Complete maintenance and inspection logs.
  
  
• Open and close the site, ensuring security procedures are followed.
  
  
• Carry out vehicle safety and maintenance checks.
  
  
• Respond to intruder and fire alarm call-outs as part of the key holder rota.
  
  
• Perform routine Health & Safety inspections.
  
  
• Assist with moving equipment and materials, including some heavy lifting.
  
  
• Provide hospitality and event support when required. 
  
  

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  
  
• Have a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
  
  
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive attitude.
  
  
• Be confident building effective working relationships across different departments.
  
  
• Hold a full UK driving licence.
  
  
• Be willing to undertake first aid training.
  
  
• Possess good problem-solving skills. 
  
  

Benefits

• 25 to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
  
  
• Life assurance
  
  
• Pension scheme
  
  
• Income protection
  
  
• Free on-site parking 
  
  

Apply Now

If you are a hands-on, reliable individual looking for a varied facilities role within a supportive working environment, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Closing date for applications: 12:00pm on 24th September 2026.