This is a temporary role working every Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri and alternate weekends. From 8am - 5pm
We are looking for someone to start late Aug/Early Sept and finish end of November. potential of a extension
This is a stand alone, hands on and practical role.
Reports To: General Manager
Job Purpose
To ensure the Garden Centre, Children’s Nurseries and surrounding grounds are well kept and in working order. To support the Retail Team with events and change of seasons which require renovations of existing customer spaces.
Role Responsibilities
- Carry out day-to-day repairs and maintenance across the site.
- Complete basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and general building repairs.
- Undertake minor electrical maintenance (within competency), such as replacing light fittings, bulbs and sockets.
- Assemble and install shelving, furniture, fixtures and displays.
- Repair doors, locks, gates, fencing and other site infrastructure.
- Carry out painting, decorating and general refurbishment projects.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests from department managers.
- Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance issues before they become larger problems.
- Liaise with external contractors where specialist work is required.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with Health & Safety requirements.
- Maintain tools, equipment and maintenance supplies.
- Support with seasonal projects, store changes and new installations as required.
Required qualifications & experience
- Previous experience in a handyman, maintenance or facilities role.
- Good all-round DIY skills, including basic carpentry, plumbing and decorating.
- The ability to diagnose and solve maintenance issues efficiently.
- A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
- The ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
- Pride in maintaining high standards.
Preferred qualifications & experience
- Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts.
- Experience in carpentry (2 years).
- Experience in plumbing (2 years).
- Strong organizational and follow up skills.
- Eye for detail.
Key Behaviours
- Must be confident, motivated, and able to work independently
- Must have a pleasant, helpful, and optimistic attitude and ability to form strong working relationships across a variety of business functions.
- Ability to work as a valuable team member actively supporting others and having a flexible can-do attitude.
- Arrive for work on time, ready to begin work or attend team meetings at the agreed times.
- Take pride in your appearance, ensuring uniform is correct as per the Dress Code Policy.
- Be happy and prepared to move between departments, as the needs of the business require.
- Take responsibility for your own Health & Safety and the Health & Safety of those around you.
- ‘Wow’ our customers by connecting with, laughing with, and making them smile!
- Treat everyone with respect.
- Work as one team across the Ruxley family.
- Make a difference every day.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: Up to £14.85 per hour
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
