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We are seeking to appoint an experienced and proactive Building Maintenance Operative.

The advertised role has the responsibility for ensuring, on a day-to-day basis, that the Society’s premises are safe, clean, and sensibly maintained.

As the Building Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for the day-to-day safety and security and building maintenance (in a listed building) and, in addition, you will provide some support for event preparation to ensure smooth running of the premises for our members, users and employees.

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Closing date: 9.30am on Monday 3 March.

Salary and contract details

This is a full-time permanent appointment, subject to successful completion of a three-month probationary period.

The salary range for this position is £29,120-£31,200 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.

The working hours are 8.00am-4.00pm every day and is fully site based.

The post is based in South Kensington, London.

Benefits

There are a range of benefits at the Society which include the following:

  • 35-hour working week.
  • Office-based with opportunity for occasional home working.
  • 25 days annual leave per annum plus public bank holidays.
  • Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave allowance.
  • Generous pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer.
  • Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary.
  • Corporate eye care vouchers.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support.

How to apply

To apply please email HR@rgs.org with a copy of your CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability for the post and how you fulfil the selection criteria, along with the monitoring form.

Applications must be received by 9.30am on Monday 3 March. We regret that we are unable to respond to all applications and can only notify shortlisted candidates.

The Society is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.

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