St Nicholas Hospice Care is a local charity providing help, advice and support to people in West Suffolk and Thetford in the final chapters of their life, who are living with long-term and life-threatening illnesses. Our services are not just for patients, but for their family and friends too. They include everything from specialist medical care to bereavement support and practical help. At our heart is the vision – Everyone in our communities has support, dignity and choice when facing dying, death and grief. We do this by living our values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Equity.
We are looking for a Maintenance Technician (Multi Trade Handyperson)
Purpose of the role:
To provide reliable and semi-skilled Multi Trade services to support the Hospice Property & Facilities Management team in the upkeep of Hospice assets and buildings, supporting the provision of planned preventative and reactive non-technical maintenance across the hospice estate. This role involves carrying out a variety of repair, reactive and planned maintenance, and general handyperson duties to ensure that the Hospice Estate is safe, compliant & operational.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform general snagging and carpentry
* Painting, decorating, basic electrical work
* Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment
* Identify and report the need for major repairs
* Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies
* Comply with health & safety policies and procedures, ensuring all work is conducted safely
* Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and complies with safety regulations
* Carry out seasonal tasks such as snow clearance, gutter and ground drainage cleaning, leaf removal, and general grounds upkeep including vegetation removal
Requirements:
* Previous experience as a handyperson or maintenance operative, or in a similar role preferably
* Basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, painting, and minor electrical repairs
* Good understanding of health & safety regulations
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Good communication skills and a customer-focused approach
* Full UK driving licence is essential
Desirable Experience:
* Experience working as a Multi Trade Handyperson
Closing date: Monday 27th October 2025
As an employee you will receive the following benefits:
* A Health Cash Plan & Wellbeing programme
* 25 days annual leave increasing to 29 with service (pro-rata for part-time employees)
* Enhanced Occupational sick pay scheme
* Access to a group pension plan or if you have a current NHS pension, we can offer a continuation of your plan (subject to criteria)
* Life assurance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,429.72 per year
Work Location: In person