We are looking for a multi-skilled Maintenance Assistant to join our busy Facilities team.
Why work for us?
Draper Tools is a family business with a rich history, a strong, supportive ‘family culture’ and a passion for continuous improvement. We believe everyone can make a difference, we value opinions, we embrace new ideas and take a collaborative and proactive approach to change. People enjoy working for us; one in six employees have worked for Draper for more than 25 years!
Plus, we are proud winners of Employer of the Year 2025 at the Solent 250 Awards.
We believe there are four key reasons why you should work for us:
We’re a trusted brand: there is a reason why we’ve been in business for over 100 years and show no signs of slowing down.
We’ll welcome you: work plays a significant part in all of our lives, so we’ve built a happy and inviting environment, full of friendly colleagues who are proud to work together.
We’ll invest in you: our people are at the heart of everything we do. Which is why we’re passionate about helping you reach your full potential. We build success together.
We’ll value you: we love to recognise great work, so our benefits package has been designed to say “thank you” in more ways than one.
Benefits
As our Maintenance Assistant your benefits will include:
Full-time hours with some flexibility on start and finish time
25 days holiday with the ability to purchase additional leave
Day off for your birthday
Pension scheme
Medical cash plan providing cash back on everyday medical costs
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Private health scheme *
Staff discount on Draper products with significant savings available
Employee discount scheme - discounts on gym memberships, groceries, holidays and more
Long service bonus and awards*
Ad-hoc rewards and recognition
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free onsite parking
*After qualifying period
About the RoleWorking as our Maintenance Assistant your role will include:
Carrying out planned maintenance to the buildings, facilities, equipment, and outside areas in line with the maintenance schedule
Responding to emergencies and carrying out reactive maintenance when necessary
Painting, decorating, tiling, and refitting office and warehouse spaces
Gardening and landscaping of all outside space
Carpentry, including door hanging
Minor electrical work and PAT testing
Basic plumbing including identifying leaks and repairing faucets and pipework
Completing regular checks in line with health and safety regulations and updating records
Requirements
Previous experience in a similar role
Excellent attention to detail
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work to instruction but also use initiative to solve problems
Good knowledge and adherence to Health and Safety regulations
Flexible, open to change
Ability to work alone
Team player
Comfortable working inside or outside in all weather conditions
You will be required to travel between our sites so a full, clean Drivers Licence is essential