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Maintenance OperativeNHS

Greater Manchester, OL8 2QH Permanent £13.15
Posted 30 September 2026 Closing date 30 October 2026
Ashton-under-Lyne Rail Station (2.0 miles, direct) Oldham Central (Manchester Metrolink) (1.4 miles, direct) Oldham Bus Station (1.7 miles, direct)

Job summary

We are looking for a confident Maintenance Operative with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 42 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Kenney House.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are seeking a Maintenance Assistant / Maintenance Operative to join our team.

You'll be working Full Time 42 Hours a week at Cygnet Kenney House, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

In this important role, you'll help ensure our service remains safe, secure and well maintained, creating the best possible environment for the people in our care, our colleagues and visitors.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a practical and proactive individual who takes pride in their work. From carrying out repairs and routine maintenance to helping maintain a high-quality social care environment, you'll play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the service and contributing to positive service user experiences.

Cygnet Kenney House is our hospital for women, located in Oldham. The services provide a safe and secure care pathway for women with mental health need and are now open.

We have collaborated with the NHS to develop services to support women from the North West to be treated closer to home. There are three wards at Cygnet Kenney House; Billington Ward, a 12 bed specialist Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Baldock Ward, a 16 bed Acute service and Harben Ward, a 16 bed mental health rehabilitation and recovery service.

Your Day-to-Day...

  • Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
  • Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work
  • Maintain equipment, services & vehicles
  • Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment and potential hazards
  • Travel to other sites & on occasions be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours
  • Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights.

You are...

  • Experienced in a similar role, or have worked in a self-employed capacity in recent years
  • Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence
  • Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information
  • Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
  • Preferably experienced in the electrical/plumbing/construction industry
  • Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

  • £13.15 Per Hour
  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Employee referral scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

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About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

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