Maintenance Operative Location: Carlisle Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent Salary: £13 to £14 per hour DOE Were recruiting a Maintenance Operative to join a well established and growing business based in Carlisle. The company operates within the environmental and infrastructure space, supporting the treatment and processing of sewage and organic waste through specialist systems and facilities. This role plays a vital part in keeping those environments safe, functional, and compliant. As a Maintenance Operative, you will work in a practical, workshop and site-based setting, carrying out hands-on maintenance tasks that support sewage treatment processes and organic waste handling operations. It is a physically active role and well suited to someone who is reliable, practical, and comfortable working in industrial environments. This is a permanent opportunity offering stability, consistent hours, and the chance to develop skills within a business focused on sustainability, environmental responsibility, and essential services. Why apply for this Maintenance Operative role? Permanent position with stable weekday hours Work within an essential environmental services operation Varied, hands-on work with clear purpose and responsibility Supportive team environment with long-term prospects Key responsibilities: Carry out general maintenance across sewage and organic waste treatment facilities Operate tools and equipment safely and effectively in an industrial environment Assist with cleaning, upkeep, and basic maintenance of tanks, pipes, pumps, and surrounding areas Support outdoor duties including landscaping, bin emptying, and waste handling Work alongside external contractors during specialist maintenance or repair work Identify, report, and help resolve maintenance issues promptly Ensure all tasks are completed in line with health, safety, and environmental regulations Maintain clean, safe, and well organised working areas About you: Practical and hands-on with good attention to detail Reliable, hardworking, and able to manage your own workload Comfortable working around sewage systems and organic waste treatment processes Confident communicating with colleagues, visitors, and contractors Able to work independently as well as part of a team Physically fit and happy in a labour-intensive Maintenance Operative role Full UK driving licence required If you are a dependable and practical Maintenance Operative looking for a permanent role with steady hours and meaningful work within an essential environmental operation, we would love to hear from you. NXT Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this role, you agree to our terms, conditions, and privacy policy, which can be found on our website.