Maintenance Assistant

Electrician / Maintenance Assistant

12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Pay Rate: Circa 14.50 per hour
Hours: 15 hours per week
Location: Sevenoaks, Kent
Recruitment Partner: Manpower

Manpower is recruiting an Electrician / Maintenance Assistant on behalf of a specialist educational setting in Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified electrician looking for a part-time role where they can combine electrical expertise with wider maintenance responsibilities across a large and diverse estate.

Working within the Estates & Facilities team, you will help ensure the site's buildings, facilities, and infrastructure remain safe, compliant, and well-maintained, supporting a positive environment for staff, students, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installations, maintenance, testing, and fault-finding.
• Support statutory compliance including electrical safety inspections and emergency lighting checks.
• Undertake PAT testing and routine electrical maintenance.
• Complete general maintenance tasks including repairs, decorating, plumbing, and basic carpentry.
• Support fire safety checks, building inspections, and health & safety compliance activities.
• Assist with site events, building upkeep, and seasonal maintenance tasks.
• Respond to reactive maintenance issues and support planned maintenance programmes.

About You

• Qualified Electrician with NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Experience in electrical installation, testing, and fault diagnosis.
• Good understanding of health & safety and safe working practices.
• Practical maintenance skills and willingness to support a variety of site tasks.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Additional Information

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check . The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all employees are expected to share this commitment.

Apply today through Manpower to join a professional Estates & Facilities team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

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