Maintenance Worker (1912)

Do you want to create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe all animals deserve kindness and respect. We work for the benefit of every animal – as well as pets, that includes farmed animals, wildlife, and animals used in science. Choose a career with us and make a difference for every kind.

We are looking for a casual Maintenance Worker to work alongside our team at Animal and Wildlife Centre West Hatch.

• Working hours: Ad-hoc to cover major projects, busy workload & staff absence.
• On-site role: West Hatch, Taunton TA3 5RT

It's important to us that you feel part of our team from the start. We like to keep in touch with regular check-ins and team meetings. There's always a teammate around for support or a quick chat.

Are you ready to join our movement?

Here at RSPCA, we know it's a cliche but no two days are the same, as a Maintenance Worker at West Hatch, we've added a summary of what a typical day might look like. 

This is a flexible casual position which means we are looking for someone to undertake the role as and when work becomes available due to staff absence or during busy periods.

Here's some of the key work you'll be doing: 

• Repairs, redecoration and clearance
• Garden and grounds maintenance
• Undertake the weekly fire alarm call point testing.
• Checking the water treatment facility (Bio-Bubble) and changing the collection sack.
• Undertake the weekly water flushing of taps and hoses.

We think this is a great role and to add value we are seeking a match of these skills, but don't worry if you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you.

• Experience in a maintenance/ handyperson/ grounds role
• Experience of use of a wide range of hand and power tools and the maintenance of these.
• Ability to prioritise your work.
• A full valid driving license.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK - We are unable to sponsor visas at RSPCA

 ** PLEASE NOTE CASUAL PLACEMENTS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL OF THE BENEFITS **

Due to high interest in some of our roles, we review applications as they are received. This can occasionally result in positions closing earlier than advertised. Therefore, we strongly recommend submitting applications early. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications after the posted closing date.

We want to ensure we do all we can to give you a positive candidate experience through our recruitment. Whilst we do try to give feedback where we can, sometimes due to receiving high levels of applications, this may not always be possible

We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to achieving our core mission. For this reason we actively encourage a wide diversity of applications - in particular from members of minority ethnic groups, and people with disabilities - as these candidates are currently under-represented at the RSPCA.

Should you need any support with your application or interview process please contact resourcingteam@rspca.org.uk / 0300 123 0685.

Our mission is to ensure animals have a good life by rescuing and caring for those in need, by advocating on behalf of all animals and by inspiring everyone to treat them with compassion and respect