Maintenance operative Work, Jobs in Newton Abbot, Dev (with Salaries)

Maintenance Operative
Sykes Holiday Cottages —Salcombe
- Up to £26,000 a year
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Hospitality
- Maintenance
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Glendale Countryside Ltd —Torbay
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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University of Exeter —Exeter
- £28,029 - £30,339 a year
- Maintenance
- University
- Annual leave
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Vale View Heights Care Home —Sidmouth
- £16 an hour
- Full-time
- Nursing home
- Maintenance
- Plumbing
- Referral programme
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Glendale Countryside Ltd —Exeter
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount

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Maintenance Operative

Sykes Holiday Cottages -
Salcombe

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Job details

Full-time
Up to £26,000 a year

Benefits

Company pension
Company events

Qualifications

Carpentry
Hospitality
Driving Licence
Contruction painting
Maintenance
Plumbing
IT

Full job description

: ️ Join the Coast and Country Cottages team - Creating special memories in Devon ️

Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum
Working Hours: 37.5 per week, 9am until 5:30pm.
Days of Work: 5 days - Monday to Saturday with a day off in the week (requirement to work every Saturday).
Location: Our friendly Coast and Country Cottages, Salcombe team

About the Role:

We’re looking for a skilled and hands-on Maintenance Operative to join our team. You’ll be the go-to person for tackling property repairs, carrying out routine maintenance, and responding quickly to any issues during a guest’s stay. Working closely with property owners, guests, and contractors, you’ll help keep every property safe, functional, and looking its best.

As part of the team, you’ll also join our on-call rota covering an out of hours emergency phone with additonal payment provided for this duty. Due to the travel included, access to a car and valid driving licence is essential.

What You’ll Do:

Respond quickly to guest maintenance requests with effective solutions
Carry out repairs, routine upkeep, and seasonal adjustments (heating, hot water, etc)
Liaise with contractors for specialist work
Complete regular property inspections and log via our KEA system
Communicate clearly with owners and guests, in person and by phone
Assist with property quality checks alongside the QA team
Keep the company vehicle maintained, stocked, and ready
Support winter projects such as decorating and refurbishments
Arrange refuse collections as required
Follow all Health & Safety and company policies
Submit expenses promptly via Concur

If you’re practical, quick to problem-solve, and enjoy variety in your work, this is a role where every day is different – and your skills will make a real impact.

What You’ll Bring

✅ General maintenance knowledge plus at least one trade skill (carpentry, plumbing, electrics, painting/decorating)
✅ Full, clean driving licence
✅ Able to work independently and stay calm in emergencies
✅ Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
✅ Clear communicator with guests and owners
✅ Basic IT skills for reporting and inventory management

Bonus points for professional trade qualifications, experience in building systems (boilers, alarms), local area knowledge, holiday let or hospitality experience, or familiarity with Health & Safety standards in holiday accommodation.

Who Are Coast and Country Cottages?

Coast & Country Cottages is a holiday letting agency, marketing and managing over 450 holiday homes across the stunning South Devon coast and countryside. Whether you’re looking to stay in the harbour towns of Salcombe or Dartmouth, in the fishing villages of Hope Cove and Thurlestone, or on the breath-taking Start Bay coastline, we have a range of South Devon holiday homes to suit your requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At Coast and Country Cottages & Sykes, we believe in doing right by our people:

Annual bonus scheme linked to company performance.
✈️ Generous holiday allowance + extra days with long service
Option to purchase extra holiday days if you wish.
A day off for your birthday
2 volunteering days per year.
Enhanced parental leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at full pay).
Pension scheme with employer contributions
Discounted and last-minute stays at Forest Holidays and Sykes Cottages for you, your friends & family.
️ Special offers and discounts designed to enhance your overall wellbeing.
Health cash plan & life assurance.
Training & development opportunities.
24/7 mental health support.
Employee savings scheme
Long service awards and company events

We’re all about diversity, inclusion, and bringing your authentic self to work. Need adjustments for the recruitment process? Just ask, our team is happy to help.

Apply now and become a key part of keeping our properties guest-ready, safe, and welcoming - Making every stay a memorable one!

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