Job Purpose:
We are seeking a motivated and reliable Property Maintenance Operative Apprentice to join our team. In this role, you will support our maintenance team in delivering practical repair and upkeep services across residential and commercial properties.
You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in a wide range of maintenance tasks while completing a Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship, a nationally recognised qualification.
Duties:
1. Assist with general maintenance tasks including plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating, and basic electrical repairs.
2. Support the team in responding to repair requests and completing scheduled maintenance.
3. Use hand and power tools safely and effectively under supervision.
4. Prepare and maintain work areas, ensuring cleanliness and safety.
5. Carry out planned, responsive or temporary repairs to buildings and their immediate surroundings to make buildings safe and secure for their occupants or clients
6. Carry out minor tiling and flooring activities or repairs using a variety of materials, tools, adhesives, and sealants
7. Deliver remedial painting and decorating works to a range of surfaces, ensuring the appropriate and safe use of compounds, materials, tools, and access equipment.
8. Complete minor plastering/tape and joining repairs/refurbishment using appropriate materials and surface finishing techniques.
9. Use Carpentry and Joinery skills to complete minor repairs or refurbishment to fixtures within and around properties, such as doors, windows, frames, worktops, ensuring associated fixtures and
10. fittings are selected, installed, or repaired, and working correctly.
11. Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance, minor repairs, and replacement of building fabric record and report progress and any issues encountered during tasks.
12. Ensure all tasks are carried out to the highest standard, in alignment with company values and quality expectations.
13. Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and clients, demonstrating professionalism and a commitment to customer service.
14. Attend off-the-job training (e.g., college, technical training provider) as part of your apprenticeship programme.
15. Support the company’s goals by carrying out any other reasonable tasks as requested by the line manager.
About the role
16. GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics, and ICT at Grade C/4 or above.
17. Good problem-solving and practical skills
18. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
19. Basic IT skills, including the use of mobile apps or digital documentation
20. Good time management skills
21. Ability to work on own initiative, but understand level of responsibility within the team
22. Excellent communication skills
23. Ability to interact with a wide range of people
24. Ability to prioritise work and manage a number of tasks concurrently
25. Be highly self-motivated
26. Able to work well with others and accept guidance and feedback
27. Willing to Travel
Other Factors:
This role offers the opportunity to undertake a Level 2 Property Operative Apprenticeship, a nationally recognised qualification that combines paid, hands-on work experience with structured learning and assessment.
The apprenticeship typically takes approximately 24 months to complete and is designed to equip apprentices with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to become competent property maintenance operatives. It includes both on-the-job training and off-the-job study at college, one day a week.
Key Components of the Apprenticeship:
Core Knowledge:
28. Principles of property maintenance and repair
29. Health, safety, and environmental best practices relevant to property work
30. Building construction basics and maintenance techniques
31. Understanding of regulations and compliance in property upkeep
32. Customer service and effective communication skills
Practical Skills:
33. Carrying out general maintenance and repair tasks including plumbing, carpentry, decorating, and minor electrical work
34. Safe and effective use of hand tools and power tools
35. Preparing and maintaining work areas and materials
36. Diagnosing and reporting faults or defects
37. Working on a variety of property types, including residential and commercial
Behaviours:
38. Reliability, integrity, and a strong work ethic
39. Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
40. Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to different tasks
41. Ability to work well as part of a team and follow instructions
At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.
We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.
Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.
Join us in building a better world at work
EMCOR UK benefits
42. Industry leading maternity & paternity policies
43. Refer a friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
44. GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
45. Extensive learning & development opportunities, including opportunities for progression
46. Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover
47. Bike To Work Scheme
48. Health cash plan - Benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing
49. Dental scheme
50. Access to health assessments
51. Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries