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Estates Technician / Facilities Technician (30 Hour Week)

  • Plymouth, Devon
  • Permanent
  • Sep 15, 2026

Estates Technician / Facilities Technician (30 Hour Working Week)

£26,000 - £29,000 (FTE) + Excellent Work-Life Balance + Training Opportunities + Progression + Benefits

Site based, commutable from Plymouth, Saltash, Southway, Ivybridge, Tavistock and surrounding areas.

Are you a Labourer, Handyperson or similar with strong practical DIY skills looking for a secure, hands-on role with an excellent work-life balance?

Would you like to develop your maintenance skills through on-the-job training, while working as part of a close-knit team in a varied and supportive environment?

This organisation offers a supportive working environment where you will be trusted to work independently, with ongoing training and development available to help you broaden your technical skillset and progress within the role.

The position is varied and hands-on, covering everything from minor repairs and planned maintenance through to contractor management, site inspections and helping to ensure the premises remain safe, secure and well maintained.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone from a Site Management, Caretaking, Maintenance, DIY or trade background who enjoys being hands-on, taking ownership and being the person others can rely on to keep a site running smoothly.

The Role:

* Take responsibility for the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of the school site
* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, repairs and general DIY
* Manage contractors and act as the main point of contact for external works
* Complete general handyperson and grounds maintenance duties
* Carry out site inspections and help ensure the premises remain safe and well maintained
* Work independently while liaising closely with school leadership and staff
* Monday to Friday, 30 hour working week

The Person:

* Previous experience in Caretaking, Maintenance, DIY, Manual Labour or a relevant trade
* Strong practical and general maintenance skills
* Confident working independently and managing contractors
* Good understanding of Health & Safety
* Must live within a commutable distance of Plymouth
* Must be able to pass a full DBS check

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Reference Number: BBBH278033_1789453924
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Plymouth, Devon

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£26,000 - £29,000 per annum + Work Life Balance,Benefits,Progression

Per annum

Permanent

Job Type

Education

Discipline

BBBH278033_1789453924

Reference Number

15 Sep 2026

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