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Maintenance Operative

November 16, 2021 | Comments Off on Maintenance Operative

Palace Maintenance Operative

Blenheim Palace, Woodstock

Full-time, permanent position: 40 hours per week

We have an opportunity within the Palace operations division for a maintenance operative. You will be part of the team responsible for general maintenance at the Palace, making sure that we have a safe, well maintained and welcoming environment for all users and visitors to the Palace. This is an interesting and varied role that requires a strong team player.

Flexibility is essential as you will be required to work as part of a 7 day rota to ensure the business always has maintenance support, especially at our busiest times which include weekends and public holidays. Occasionally you will be required to work evenings or outside your normal hours in support of an event or function.

Tasks & responsibilities:

  • To carry out general maintenance work and compliance checks as directed by the Clerk of Works.
  • Carry out daily health and safety checks, meter readings, minor building repairs and maintenance.
  • To liaise on day to day issues and breakdowns of the site.
  • Responding to the maintenance needs of the Palace.
  • Help with day to day duties working alongside the existing team.

What you will need:

  • Previous experience of general building maintenance is desirable.
  • Basic building skills are all regarded as beneficial but not essential.
  • Manual handling capability.
  • Experience of working in a customer facing environment.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Knowledge of health and safety in the workplace.
  • A full clean UK Driving License.

Our Culture:

At Blenheim, we are passionate about providing an environment for our employees to develop their skills, try new ways of learning and encouraging their talents to flourish. Our Blenheim Behaviours are shared by all and are an important aspect of joining the Blenheim Team.

  • Relish a New Challenge Everyday
  • Keep Our Promises
  • Show Honesty with Kindness
  • Share a Sense of Belonging
  • Make History

This is a full-time permanent position (40 hours per week) which includes working some weekends and bank holidays. Please send us a copy of your CV to apply.

By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are acting as consultants for the hiring company. Ortolan People are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days. Occasionally for roles with a very high volume of applicants, this may not be possible.

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