Maintenance Assistant Temporary
Maintenance Assistant Temporary
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Job Description
West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) is the second largest fire and rescue service in England serving an area of 902km square and a population of more than 2.9 million people.
Our vision is Making the West Midlands safer stronger and healthier.
This vision and the strategic goals outlined in Our Strategy are what drives the people professionalism and pride with which we serve our communities.
The Facilities Management section of West Midlands Fire Service are seeking a dynamic Maintenance Assistant to join their team for a 12-week temporary opportunity. Under the general direction of the Senior Maintenance assistant the successful applicant will be required to carry out multi-trade building repair works and general building maintenance on WMFS properties across the West Midlands. Work will be varied requiring adaptability and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities- experience applying practical trade skills to carry out multi-trade building repair work at WMFS sites
- general maintenance across all WMFS sites
- delivering products to staff
- various housekeeping duties.
- experience working with ladders steps and scaffolding
- knowledge of plumbing painting carpentry roofing and building work
- comfortable working unsupervised for long periods of time
- good topographical knowledge of the West Midlands
- possess a clean driving licence and able to drive a large van.
We offer a friendly working environment and benefits including:
- flexible and agile working arrangements
- free on-site gym facilities
- free on-site parking.
We also offer access to an in-house occupational health (OH) facility including OH health and fitness advisors sports therapists physiotherapists cognitive behavioural therapy practitioners and counsellors.
In addition employees have access to:
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- wellbeing programmes
- blue light discounts across many retailers through partner schemes
- Sports and Welfare scheme (for a small fee) with access to discounted products and services.
We welcome applications from all eligible candidates. However as women and black and minority ethnic employees are currently under-represented in our service we particularly encourage applications from these groups.
WMFS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. We expect the same of every staff member. Successful candidates will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks including - where applicable - relevant level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check qualifications medical clearance identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. How to applyTo apply please complete the application questions outlining your skills and experiences in line with the job description (linked below).
Send your CV and answer the questions detailing previous experience to outline your suitability for the role.
QuestionsIf you have any questions about the role or would like an informal discussion please contact Samantha Brotheridge by email at
Employment Type
Full-Time
