Job Description
Maintenance Person
Newark, Part Time (22.5 hours), Permanent
£15,678 / £13.40ph (FTE £26,130p.a)
Future Prospects Group are proud to be partnering with Newark Emmaus Trust to recruit a part time, permanent Maintenance Person in the Newark area.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that provide temporary housing and support to young homeless people. We are looking for an experienced person to join our team and help maintain the properties and grounds we own in Newark.
The Role
The purpose of the Maintenance Person will be to ensure the premises and grounds are maintained to a high standard and provide the residents with a safe, comfortable and pleasant environment in which to live. In addition to maintaining all records in accordance with Company policies, procedures and guidelines. In doing so, to work within a framework of equality of opportunity for all, maintaining safe and healthy working practices for yourself and colleagues/service users and contributing to the sustainability of the Trust.
The principle responsibilities will include:
- Carry out health and safety and general maintenance checks. Complete job reports.
- Be familiar with property emergency procedures e.g. fire, gas leak, stop taps, fuse boxes.
- Undertake maintenance of specific items of equipment e.g. Vent fans, PAT testing.
- Undertake basic electrical checks on all equipment and repair or report to the Head of Service Delivery and relevant contractor.
- Maintain all items of equipment and tools in a clean, safe and secure manner.
- Ensure that all deficiencies in security and safety are repaired or reported to the Head of Service Delivery and relevant contractor.
- Report emergencies to the Head of Service Delivery in a timely manner.
- Adhere to the agreed budget for any costs and gain agreement with the CEO before spending.
- General carpentry, general plumbing, tiling repairs, painting & decorating, general locksmith and other minor work repairs.
- Drive the minibus when required by the trust e.g. picking up donations, trips to the tip, resident activities.
The Candidate
The essential requirements of the Maintenance Person include:
- At least 2 years of maintenance experience.
- Experience of use of hand and power tools.
- Excellent organisational, communication, time management and people skills.
- Be reliable and hardworking with an excellent attitude.
- Able to be flexible and be on call for emergency repairs.
- Willing to drive the Trusts minibus (EU/UK Driving License required).
- A satisfactory DBS and references.
The successful Maintenance Person must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence, have the use of a car which you will be willing to insure for business use. The offer of employment will be subject to acceptable references and a satisfactory DBS check. Emmaus Trust are committed to safeguarding young people and shall undergo the appropriate checks in accordance with data protection requirements.
The Benefits
The Maintenance Person role offers the following benefits structure:
- 6% Contributory Pension (optional)
- Discretionary scheme for sick pay in addition to SSP
- Full reimbursement of expenses/ mileage for business use
- Free eye tests and a contribution to glasses
- 30 days holiday p.a. including 8 bank holidays pro-rated
- Time off in lieu/payment for any additional hours
- Branded hoodies provided
- Blue Light Card
- Long Service Award
Newark Emmaus Trust are committed to equal opportunities and provide an inclusive work environment and therefore welcome applications from all irrespective of backgrounds, marital status, disability, religion, belief, sexuality, ability, race, ethnicity, gender, and age.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, and Newark Emmaus Trust reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive. No specific feedback will be given and if you do not hear from us by the 10th of February then you have not been successfully shortlisted.
Closing date for applications is 6th February 2026.
To review the full Job Description, please visit the Newark Emmaus Trust website or the Future Prospects Group team by phone or email.
Thank you for your interest in this vacancy and good luck with your application.
The services of Future Prospects are those of an Employment Agency in this instance.
