Property Maintenance Apprentice Apprentice (Level 2) - UK

Property Maintenance Apprentice Apprentice (Level 2) - UK

Role: Plant Hire Controller Apprentice (Level 2) - UK

Start date: September 2026

Location: Ollerton (Plant depot)

Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses - Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,300 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as 'One Murphy' by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success.

Property Maintenance Apprentice

As a Property Maintenance Apprentice Operative, you will learn how to keep temporary modular buildings in excellent condition by carrying out essential repairs and maintenance. Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you'll gain practical skills in joinery, plumbing, plastering, painting, and decorating. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to develop a broad range of construction skills.

• Inspecting and maintaining site accommodation units to ensure they are safe and functional.
• Carrying out basic joinery tasks such as fitting doors, windows, kitchen units and fixtures.
• Performing basic plumbing repairs on sinks, toilets, and showers.
• Assisting with plasterboard and patch repairs to walls and ceilings.
• Painting and finishing interiors to maintain a professional and consistent end product.
• Responding to maintenance requests and supporting senior operatives with complex tasks.

• Fundamentals of joinery, including measuring, cutting, and fitting components.
• Plumbing basics such as pipework, fittings, and leak repairs.
• Plasterboarding techniques for walls and ceilings.
• Fundamental painting and finishing methods for different surfaces.
• Safe use of tools, equipment, and personal protective gear.
• Problem-solving and planning maintenance tasks effectively.

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A -D / 3-9 (or equivalent).
• You don't need previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude.
• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note that we do not provide sponsorship.

• One Family, One Team, One Murphy
• Always Deliver
• Respect, Integrity & Accountability
• Never Harm
• Continually Improve

Our recruitment process consists of two stages:

• Initial application - Don't worry if you don't have your own CV yet; please upload a document that tells us a little bit more about who you are, what you have studied and why you are interested in this apprenticeship.
• In-person interview

It's important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed. If you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please get in touch at .

Please note: Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we recommend you submit your application asap.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.