Maintenance Assistant

Company Description

We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire.

We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn’t. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose.

Every year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision, enabling them to grow their confidence and move into education, training, employment and into independent living. Alongside this we provide a whole host of youth and community services including our own community gardens. We also provide training and education to 150 young people each year who find mainstream education more difficult, as well as high-quality childcare within our community.

Our team works hard to provide as much care and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference.

Position

Role Title: Maintenance Assistant

Salary: £24,170.33 to £27,269.99 per annum (based on experience and/or qualifications)

Hours: 35 hours

Location: Derby

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the YMCA, a charity at the heart of the community in Derbyshire. We are committed to helping people at times of need, regardless of gender, race, ability or faith. Our values to Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere underpin all our services across the county.

As a Maintenance Team Member, you'll play a vital role in keeping YMCA Derbyshire running smoothly and making a real difference in people's lives. Your work will involve more than just fixing things; you'll be a key part of our team, ensuring our buildings are safe, welcoming, and comfortable for everyone who uses them or calls them home.

Your responsibilities will depend on your experience and qualifications, but they all focus on these core areas.

• Completing and Managing Tasks: You'll complete tasks assigned by your team leader or administrator, always aiming for high quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Communicating and Documenting: Clear communication is essential, whether you're talking with third party contractors, residents, service users or team members. You'll also be expected to accurately document your work, especially for legal or compliance-related tasks.
• Prioritising Health & Safety: Your main priority is health and safety. You must be aware of your work environment and potential risks. If you ever have a safety concern, you need to stop work immediately and contact your team leader.
• Improving and Learning: You'll be expected to participate in ongoing training and initiatives to continuously improve your skills, knowledge, and work processes.

Your duties will vary across all YMCA Derbyshire properties, and you will only be assigned specialist work if you have the proper certification.

General Duties

• Reactive and Responsive Repairs: This is a key part of the job, involving prompt responses to maintenance issues reported by residents and staff. This includes common tasks like basic plumbing, carpentry, and general building repairs.
• Planned Preventive Maintenance: You'll take a proactive approach to prevent future problems by performing routine tasks such as clearing gutters and surface drains or upgrading kitchens and bathrooms as part of a planned schedule.
• Void Property Maintenance: When a property becomes vacant, you'll be responsible for a quick turnaround. This includes inspecting the property, removing previous residents' belongings, performing necessary repairs, and preparing it for the next occupant as quickly as possible.
• External Contractor Liaison: You may be required to accompany and supervise external contractors who are not DBS-checked to ensure the safety and security of our sites.
• Health, Safety, and Compliance: Your top priority is the safety of everyone. You'll be responsible for understanding and adhering to all risk assessments, policies, and procedures related to your work.
• Communication: Always act professionally with residents and colleagues. You'll manage expectations by explaining what work needs to be done, why, and the estimated timeline.
• Administrative and Logistical Tasks: In addition to hands-on work, you will accurately document all work performed, manage your stock of materials and tools, and use the Omniledger system to receive tasks and update work orders.

Note: This is not an exhaustive list. You may be required to undertake other duties as reasonably requested to meet the needs of the department and organization.

Requirements

YMCA Derbyshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to thorough safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check, in line with our safeguarding policies and a six-month probationary period.

A full driving licence is essential.

Other information

YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. If you’re disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you’ve applied for. Are you a disabled candidate who would like to apply on this basis?

If you do not wish to apply under the scheme, but do require us to make reasonable adjustments for you to attend an interview, then please let us know what those adjustments will be.

What we offer:

• 25 days holiday as standard with an extra 2 days after 5 years of service
• People celebration event each year. (Celebrating our Peoples Achievements)
• Recognition initiatives such as employee of the year and star of the quarter
• Smart Heatlh app where you will have access to an online doctor for you and your family as well as nutritional advice and Mental Health assistance.
• Life Assurance 2 times your annual salary
• Real Living Wage
• Christmas/ Easter and Quarterly Treats
• Your Birthday off every year
• Long Service rewards
• Training and Development

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For an informal chat please contact Phil Simpson or Meryl Smedley on 01332 579550 during the hours of 9am – 4pm Monday - Friday

Closing date; 31st of October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

Interviews to be held; 24th September between midday and 4pm & TBC

Vision

Our vision is enabling young people and communities to thrive:

– So, they can fulfil their dreams;

– have a safe space to learn and grow;

– feel equipped to belong, contribute and prosper; and

– feel supported to be active in body, mind and spirit.

Together we create places where people flourish.

Mission

To develop the whole person, body, mind and spirit.

Values

From 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Protect | Trust | Hope | Persevere

YMCA Derbyshire are committed to providing dual professionalism opportunities

We will do this by offering placements within other organisations in our community.

By supporting dual professionalism, we will improve our development, increase our experiences and outcomes which will positively impact YMCA Derbyshire, our employees, our residents and learners and our communities.

Equality and Diversity Statement:

YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.