We are Hiring: Maintenance Operative
05/08/2026
Apply by: Monday 17th August 2026 – However, please submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this role ahead of the advertised deadline if we find the right candidate.
Join our work to support our communities to thrive
Our community buildings are central to our vision of a connected and thriving community. These special spaces need protecting, and we are looking for a proactive, hands-on, and skilful individual to join our maintenance team.
The Greenway Centre is our community and business centre, hosting a gym, cafe, conference centre and offices, surrounded by greenery. Its aging and well-loved, a hive of activity, and used by thousands of different people each week. Every day brings different problems to solve and the opportunity to make a difference.
Southmead Adventure Playground (“The Ranch”) is our thriving centre for young people and families. It has had a special place in the community for generations. Your work will ensure its vitality for the children of today and of the future.
These places are for people to come together, to learn, to play, to work and to thrive. Your work will ensure our community buildings are safe, efficient, and effective places where everyone feels welcome.
About you
You are a practical, proactive maintenance professional who enjoys solving problems and takes pride in delivering high-quality work. You have good knowledge of maintenance techniques, tools and materials, understand the importance of health and safety, and can build positive relationships with colleagues, customers and contractors. Most importantly, you share our commitment to supporting the Southmead community and embody our values of Welcoming, Collaborative and Resourceful.
About us
Southmead Development Trust is a Bristol-based charity made up of staff, volunteers, and residents working together to keep power in our community. We work alongside local people and partners to improve health, wellbeing, employment, and local pride – while tackling social isolation and bringing investment into the area.
Guided by residents, our vision is a thriving and healthy community. We provide the support, spaces, and services our community needs through our two well-loved sites Greenway Centre and The Ranch Adventure Playground and Youth Space. These venues host a wide range of activities including wellbeing services, youth and play sessions, fitness classes, community groups, and local celebrations.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of our community. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, just let us know – we will do our best to support you.
About the Role
Our buildings You will undertake planned and reactive property maintenance across SDT sites ensure that all our buildings and spaces are safe, welcoming, efficient, compliant and well-presented.
Working with the Maintenance & Facilities Lead, you will be a key member of an effective and well-motivated team. Alongside our operations team of cleaning staff, customer assistants, contractors and volunteers, you will be responsible for ensuring our buildings are ready for community use all year round.
You will take satisfaction in making a difference for our customers. As a visible and pro-active member of the team, you will build meaningful relationships and know that good communication and trust is just as important at getting a repair job done.
You will prioritise a variety of maintenance tasks, understanding the challenges of our aging buildings, making sure that risks are managed, and that every penny counts.
You will take pride and be celebrated for solving problems for others; helping the whole charity grow its positive impact locally.
Details
- Location: Greenway Centre, Bristol, BS10 5PY
- Contract: Permanent
- Salary: £25,964 – £29,239 per year depending on experience
- Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
- Reports to:Maintenance and Facilities Lead
- Holiday: 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Sick Pay: Employees are entitled to up to 4 weeks’ occupational sick pay within a rolling 12-month period, in accordance with our Sickness and Absence Policy.
- Training and Development Opportunities: All mandatory training and job specific training offered, e.g. First Aid, Manual Handling, Fire Marshal, Health and Safety, Safeguarding.
- Pension Contribution: Nest Pension Scheme, combined 7% (employer 3%, employee 4% as standard)
- Benefits: Free membership to Greenway Gym and classes, cycle to work scheme, cafe discount
- How to apply: Please send your CV, along with a cover letter describing how your experience is relevant to the responsibilities of the role and how you meet the essential criteria to email: samgarbett@southmead.org
- Interview process: If you are successful in the shortlisting stage, you will be invited to an in-person interview. T
- Deadline: 9am, 17th August
- Contact: To arrange a chat or visit our site in person, contact Sam Garbett, tel: 0117 950 3335 or email: samgarbett@southmead.org