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, at Cygnet Hospital Sherwood, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care. 

Cygnet Hospital Sherwood is our state-of-the-art PICU and Acute hospital for men, in Nottinghamshire. The service features three wards, including a 12 bed PICU ward and two 16 bed acute wards.

Cygnet Hospital Sherwood has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and will support the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment.

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 & vehicles 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…

• 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
• Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
• Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/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.

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