About Us: Moor House Adventure Centre is a provider of outstanding adventurous and educational activities, located less than ten minutes from Durham City Centre. We help young people enjoy fun and adventure, learn new skills, and become the active citizens of the future. As part of Durham Scouts, we serve as the headquarters for Durham Scout County and welcome schools, businesses, groups, and individuals from across the North East and beyond to our beautiful 19 acres of fields and forest.
Our tailor-made programmes are planned and delivered by experienced, fully qualified staff. Whether customers want to bring a science topic to life for their class, plan an unforgettable day out, or abseil in a wedding dress, we create a package to suit their needs.
Job Overview: As a Part-Time Maintenance Operative, you will play a key role in carrying out practical maintenance and repair work to keep Moor House Adventure Centre safe, functional, and welcoming for all visitors. This role involves both reactive repairs and planned preventative maintenance.
Responsibilities:
- Carry out day-to-day maintenance and repairs across the site, including buildings, equipment, and grounds.
- Complete planned preventative maintenance tasks, such as routine servicing and inspections.
- Undertake grounds maintenance, including grass cutting, hedge trimming, and general landscaping.
- Support project-based site improvements and upgrades as directed by the Centre Manager.
- Ensure maintenance activities are carried out safely and in accordance with relevant regulations.
- Identify and promptly address maintenance issues to prevent disruption to operations.
- Assist with setting up and dismantling facilities for events and activities.
- Support occasional site operations during events, which may include evening or weekend working.
- Manage tools and equipment, ensuring they are stored safely and maintained in good working order.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
- Practical experience in maintenance, repairs, or a relevant trade (e.g. joinery, plumbing, electrics) is desirable.
- Ability to carry out a wide range of general repair and maintenance tasks.
- Experience operating grounds maintenance equipment, including tractors, is desirable.
- Valid UK driving licence (essential).
- Knowledge of safe working practices and willingness to follow site safety procedures.
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Physical capability to undertake manual work, including lifting and working outdoors in all weather.
- Relevant qualifications are desirable, but training will be provided for the right candidate.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and inclusive team environment.
- Access to exciting scouting activities and facilities.
- Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
How to Apply: If you have practical skills, take pride in your work, and want to help maintain and improve our site for the benefit of all our visitors, we would love to hear from you. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Note: The safety and well-being of our staff and customers are of utmost importance. A successful applicant will be required to undergo the Scout Association Appointments Process, which includes obtaining a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.88 per hour
Work Location: In person
