# Maintenance Operative > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Cygnet Health Care. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/maintenance-operative/6860721c-84b5-4fb6-9901-86a50b38ee16 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/maintenance-operative/6860721c-84b5-4fb6-9901-86a50b38ee16.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Cygnet Health Care - **Town:** Darlington - **Region:** North East and Yorkshire - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Salary:** £13.15 an hour - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time - **Closing date:** 2026-08-06T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-07T13:13:20.212Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0233-26-1410?employerCode=E0233 - **Application URL:** https://cygnethealth.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Cygnet/job/Hawkstone-BD20-6NA/Maintenance-Operative_JR2436-1/apply?source=NHS+Jobs+v3&campaign=vacancyposter ## Job Content ### Job summary We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Operative with a passion for making a difference to others. You'll be working full time, 40 hours a week as a Maintenance Operative, based at Hawkstone, Monday to Friday 9-5, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care. *Please note, you must have a valid full UK driving license to be considered for this role.* Hawkstone is a specialist residential service in Bradford, West Yorkshire, supporting people with learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge. We encourage and enable the people we support to lead a full and happy life. We work with them to ensure they have more choice and control in their lives. We find out their strengths, abilities and preferences so that the care provided can be as person-centred and meaningful to each individual as possible. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people. ### Main duties of the job 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 plant, services & vehicles in working order Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards Travel to other sites Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights ### About us Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. ### Details - Date posted: 07 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £13.15 an hour rising to £13.45 after 3mo - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time - Reference number: VP0F23E799 - Job locations: Keighley, BD20 6NA, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Operative with a passion for making a difference to others. You'll be working full time, 40 hours a week as a Maintenance Operative, based at Hawkstone, Monday to Friday 9-5, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care. *Please note, you must have a valid full UK driving license to be considered for this role.* Hawkstone is a specialist residential service in Bradford, West Yorkshire, supporting people with learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge. We encourage and enable the people we support to lead a full and happy life. We work with them to ensure they have more choice and control in their lives. We find out their strengths, abilities and preferences so that the care provided can be as person-centred and meaningful to each individual as possible. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people. 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 plant, services & vehicles in working order - Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards - Travel to other sites - Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights Why Cygnet? We'll offer you... - Salary: £13.15 per hour, rising to £13.45 per hour after three months, rising to £13.70ph after 18 months - Strong career progression opportunities - Expert supervision & support - Pension scheme - Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving You are... - Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments - 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 Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance - Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Cygnet has been providing a national networkof high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families. ## Person Specification ### General Requirements **Essential** - Please refer to job description above **Desirable** - Please refer to job description above ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.