Maintenance Officer

About the role

They are looking for an experienced Maintenance Officer to take pride in looking after the organisation's buildings and sites. This is a practical, varied role where you'll use your skills to carry out day-to-day repairs, maintenance and compliance checks across multiple locations. Job Purpose Supported by the Facilities & Maintenance team, you will be trusted to manage your own workload, solve problems on the spot, and keep sites running smoothly - making a real difference to the people who use them. Where You'll Work You will travel between the charity's sites across the North East, with occasional visits to Cumbria. Their locations include offices, a Business Centre and a Visitor Centre. You will be out and about most days rather than office-based. A company van is provided.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general building maintenance (e.g. basic joinery, plumbing, decorating, repairs)
• Handling reactive repairs and fixing issues quickly and safely
• Completing planned maintenance tasks and routine inspections
• Carrying out health & safety and compliance checks
• Liaising with and overseeing specialist contractors when needed
• Keeping clear records of work carried out using basic IT systems
• What They're Looking For
• This role would suit someone from a trade background (e.g. joinery, plumbing, general building maintenance or similar) who enjoys practical, hands-on work:
• Proven experience in building maintenance or a relevant trade
• Able to turn your hand to a wide range of repair and maintenance tasks
• Good working knowledge of health and safety on site
• Practical problem-solver who can work independently and use initiative
• Organised and able to manage your own workload across multiple sites
• Friendly and approachable - comfortable working around staff and site users
• A reliable, "can-do" attitude with pride in your work
• Essential:
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel regularly across the North East (and occasionally Cumbria)
• Why Join This Charity?
• Varied, hands-on role with real autonomy
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunity to use and develop your skills across different sites
• A role where you can see the impact of your work every day
• Closing Date: Tuesday 30th June 2026 .
• Please note , should a high volume of applications be received, this employer may look to close the role early, therefore an early application is recommended.
• Interested?
• To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position.
• This role is subject to a Basic Disclosure endorsed by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
• This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
• No agencies please.

Additional Information

Are you a skilled, hands-on tradesperson looking for a role where no two days are the same? Maintenance Officer Salary: £25,887 - £27,385 per annum (dependent on experience) Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: Roving role - Sites across the North East (& Occasionally Cumbria) About the Employer Our client is an established environmental and community charity with over 30 years' experience supporting communities to improve their local areas and create better opportunities for people. They deliver hundreds of locally led projects each year, including initiatives that improve local environments, support young people and adults into education, training and employment, and promote health and wellbeing They manage a range of buildings and community sites across the region, and they are committed to keeping them safe, well-maintained and fit for purpose.

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