Maintenance Assistant


Location
Diss, England
Salary
£26,300 / year
Profession
Maintenance worker
Deadline
N/A
Contract Type
Permanent - Full Time
Posted Date
20 Aug 2026
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Job requirements

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Essential

5 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • What you'll bring to the role

    Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

  • What you'll bring to the role

    Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

  • What you'll bring to the role

    The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • What you'll bring to the role

    A positive, customer-focused approach and strong team-working skills.

  • What you'll bring to the role

    Experience or knowledge in a building, plumbing, mechanical or electrical trade.

Desirable

Not listed in the available specification.

Burston House£26,300 per annumFull Time/37.5 HoursBurston House has an opportunity for a Maintenance Technician to join our team.Priory Burston House, Burston, near Diss on the Suffolk/Norfolk border is a level 2 rehabilitation service for male patients with a learning disability. It is accessible by public transport, with Diss railway station approximately 3 miles from the service and limited local bus links. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here. You'll support the Maintenance Manager in ensuring the hospital is safe, well-maintained and welcoming for patients, colleagues and visitors. You'll carry out day-to-day maintenance, repairs and minor improvement works while helping to maintain high property standards and ensuring a clean, safe and pleasant environment for everyone. You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What we will give you in return

  • Free on-site parking
  • Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
  • Access to development opportunities
  • Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
  • Leadership & management development
  • Long service award
  • Refer a friend bonuses

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