What's involved

In this job, a maintenance operative develops their knowledge of the core construction trades such as plastering, carpentry & joinery, bricklaying, painting & decorating, plumbing and roofing.

Maintenance operatives need to have really good knowledge of how to work safely as they become involved in so many different trades.

Skills required

You'll need to enjoy working indoors and outdoors and be able to cope with all weather conditions. This job is quite physical so being fit is important, as well as being good at working with your hands.

Being co-operative and team-orientated is also important and you need to be versatile to learn such a variety of trades. The job also requires a good knowledge of calculations.

Qualifications required

There are no formal requirements although it would help to have GCSE's in English or Welsh and Maths at A*-C (Applications from students with the Foundation or Intermediate Welsh Baccalaureate are also welcomed).

Salary ranges

(This is a guide to the average salary a fully qualified and experienced person might expect to get.)

£16,500 - £21,000

Progression routes

Maintenance operatives will be able to progress to:

• Apprenticeship (Level 3) in Bricklaying, Carpentry & Joinery, Wall and Floor Tiling and Painting & Decorating.