Dogs Trust
Maintenance Operative (18.75 hours per week)
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Maintenance Operative (18.75 hours per week) Application Deadline: 14 August 2026 Department: Rehoming Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time Location: Shrewsbury Compensation: £13,250 (full time equivalent £26,500) per year + benefits
Description
We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Operative with a positive and proactive attitude to join our team at our Rehoming Centre ensuring the centre is safe and fit for business purposes.
We’re looking for someone able to carry out planned and reactive maintenance in the rehoming centre environment, including all equipment and vehicles associated with the rehoming centre. You’ll also support the management team in the smooth running and professional presentation of the rehoming centre.
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What does this role do?
As Maintenance Operative you'll:
- Conduct grounds, building and vehicle maintenance, undertaking reactive repair of damaged or non-working items.
- Liaise with the Property, Health & Safety and Facilities departments on routine visits and audits; notifying the appropriate department of potential or developing issues and discussing routine work to be undertaken.
- Be a nominated fire warden.
- Liaise with contractors.
- Identify, take ideas from others, and implement works to enhance the centre environment.
- Logistical support for the movement of goods, people and dogs.
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Could this be you?
As a qualified tradesperson or experienced handyperson, you'll have a good understanding of routine maintenance in a practical working environment and an awareness of current Health and Safety legislation. You will be an excellent communicator, with a problem-solving attitude and keen eye for detail. Above all, you'll have an empathy towards the dogs in the centre and a commitment to the aims and values of Dogs Trust.
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