Maintenance Operative / Handyman, Harrogate

Are you a Maintenance Operative / handyman we are looking for a highly motivated team player who can assist in our voids work program. Duties will include: - decorating, gardening, general maintenance and clearance works.

If so, this role is definitely for you!

We are looking for Maintenance Operative's to join our Housing Standards Team.

Our Service

The Housing Standards Maintenance team are responsible for ensuring the Councils social housing portfolio of circa 8,400 dwellings is maintained to meet all current statutory, regulatory, and legislative standards., The core focus of this role is to support the delivery of 'right first time' and 'one stop shop' approach by carrying out minor works for other trades to enhance the efficiency and the quality of the service provided.
At Maintenance Operative Single Trade level, you will:

• Carry out general repairs such as decorating, gardening, and general property maintenance.



• Work to expected Health & Safety standards and safe systems of work.



• Undertake professional, mandatory, and skills-based training.


The role will come with a Council vehicle, you will be responsible for carrying out routine vehicle safety checks as required and must ensure compliance with requirements relating to vehicle use and maintenance.

You will be motivated and have a general maintenance background with experience working in a domestic setting and be familiar with building materials, tools and machinery used in the repair, maintenance, or construction of homes. You will understand Health and Safety and Building Regulations.

North Yorkshire Council are committed to the health and safety of our employees and of others including the general public. It has a responsibility to ensure employees who hold a position that is deemed to be safety critical as it requires the performance of duties which are directly related to the safe operation or security of a facility, piece of equipment or vehicle, handling of chemicals or work at height or in confined spaces and which, if not performed properly, could result in a serious safety risk or environmental hazard to employees, a facility or the general public , do not attend work whilst under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Individuals offered employment with North Yorkshire Council will be subject to the Workplace Substance Misuse policy. For safety critical roles as detailed above, random alcohol and drug testing may take place during the course of employment.

When you join us, you are entitled to our outstanding benefits and wellbeing plan as part of your position. Our holiday entitlement starts at 28 days rising to 34 days (pro-rata) per year with continued service, plus public holidays. Pension: save for your retirement with our generous local government pension scheme with a 22.6% contribution. Fitness & Rewards: Fitness discounts with various Gyms across the county. Stay on top of your game and save £££. Lifestyle Savings: explore a huge range of discounts to help you save money across hundreds of the UK's favourite high-street and online retailers. Plus lots more…