Maintenance Operative

Maintenance Operative (Plumbing & Building Maintenance) Location: Bexhill, the post holder will be required to work at locations through the district. Salary : £32,312 - £34,343 per annum. Starting salary dependent on qualifications and experience Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time - 37 hours per week Closing Date: Sunday 11th October 2026 Rother District Council is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Operative to join our in-house Estates Maintenance Team. This is a varied and hands-on role responsible for primarily carrying out plumbing repairs, fault finding, installations, and general building maintenance works across a diverse property portfolio including offices, public buildings, community facilities, public conveniences, and operational assets. The successful candidate will have strong practical plumbing experience alongside a broad range of building maintenance skills, enabling them to undertake both planned and reactive maintenance activities while helping to ensure that Council assets remain safe, functional, and well maintained. About the Role As part of a small and dedicated team, you will undertake a wide range of planned, preventative and reactive maintenance tasks. Plumbing will be your primary trade, but the role will also involve supporting general building maintenance works across a variety of Council assets. Your duties will include: Diagnosing and repairing plumbing faults and defects. Repairs and maintenance to hot and cold-water systems. Installation and replacement of pipework, sanitaryware and plumbing fittings. Leak detection and remedial works. Installation and maintenance of drainage and waste systems. Supporting water hygiene and Legionella control arrangements where required. Read and interpret plumbing drawings and specifications. General building repairs and maintenance. Basic carpentry, joinery and decorating. Fencing, gate and minor roofing repairs. Civil and groundwork t