Job Introduction
Maintenance Operative – Children Services & Adult services
Autism Anglia is a well-established independent Charity. We have an exciting opportunity available for a Maintenance Operative to join our Estates and Facilities Team.
The Maintenance Operative will be responsible for carrying out essential maintenance tasks at both child and adult services and carry out essential health & safety checks when required. The operative will attend various site locations to perform essential maintenance tasks and work in conjunction with contractors to ensure that services are maintained to an expected standard.
For more information about our charity, visit www.autism-anglia.org.uk
Location
Peldon Campus (CO5 7PT) and Doucecroft School (CO6 3QL) Colchester.
Must be able to drive and have access to own vehicle.
Salary
Up to £28,000 FTE, depending on experience
Hours
We are considering both full time and part time candidates
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Part-time: from 15 hours per week
Please note, unfortunately we do not offer sponsorships and candidates must have the eligibility to work in the UK.
About the role
- Organize, carry out, and oversee maintenance duties across Autism Anglia sites, including minor repairs, outdoor work, and preparation for events.
- Ensure adherence to H&S rules, perform safety checks, manage hazards, secure buildings, and support emergency responses as required.
- Work with contractors, management, and local teams to coordinate maintenance activities and implement effective solutions.
- Monitor maintenance costs, communicate material and equipment needs, and ensure proper use and safety of tools and resources.
- Perform minor maintenance on organizational vehicles and ensure equipment and tools are maintained safely.
- Act in line with safeguarding policies, report incidents promptly, and follow health, safety, and organizational procedures.
- Maintain secure access to sites, act as a named key holder, and liaise with security services to ensure premises safety.
- Attend training, meetings, and provide assistance to other sites, demonstrating commitment to the charity’s values and principles.
We welcome applications from individuals who:
- Have experience in building maintenance work such as heating, plumbing, joinery, electrical fittings ect
- Hold a full UK manual driving licence.
- Knowledge of general Health and Safety regulations in the workplace.
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of how to use range of DIY and maintenance equipment.
- Strong time management, ability for planning and prioritizing, with good basic IT skills, e.g., email, simple spreadsheets, Word, Outlook diary etc.
Benefits & Support
At Autism Anglia, we know our staff are key to our success. We provide:
- Staff wellbeing programmes and mental health support
- Free counselling service
- Comprehensive training and supervision
- Free on-site parking
- Exclusive discounts with major retailers, restaurants & more via the Blue Light Card
- A supportive and accessible leadership team, always available for guidance and assistance
- 24/7 access to a GP
- Bereavement counselling
- Probate helpline
- Staff dental support
- Life cover
- Independent financial advice
Commitment to Diversity
Autism Anglia is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Flexible working and reasonable adjustments are available to support candidates where needed.
How to apply
If you have a genuine passion for supporting and uplifting others, your next rewarding role at Autism Anglia could be just a few clicks away. Apply today, and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
Autism Anglia is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and children. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. For all enhanced DBS roles, we are permitted to seek access to spent convictions under The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, Exceptions Order 1975 (as amended 2013).
