APPRENTICE MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE

PORTABLE CABINS LTD

Apprenticeship summary

We are looking for an apprentice maintenance operative who will be a hands-on all-rounder. They will learn skills in maintenance/repairs/painting/cleaning and general preparation for our hire fleet of portable cabins to a high standard. 

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Closing date: September 4, 2026

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Wage:
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
Total hours per week:
40
Expected duration (weeks):
104
Positions (available):
1
Date posted:
August 21, 2026
Possible start date:
September 21, 2026
Apprenticeship level:

Intermediate

Maintenance and Preparation of Portable Cabins :

  • Cleaning – internal/external
  • Painting – internal with paint rollers & brushes including vinyl wallboards & ceilings, doors/external steel with rollers & brushes plus paint sprayer use when weather permits
  • Plumbing – repairs/new fits of kitchen sinks, toilets, basins, urinals, showers, drainage to external
  • Electrical – replacement of fittings, heaters, sockets, lights etc. to then be tested by qualified electrician
  • Roofing – basic weatherproofing/repairs – always under supervision and at single storey height with PPE and harness
  • Furniture – assembly from flat pack/pre-built – fitting to kitchen canteen areas/bathroom areas
  • Joinery – as and when required for kitchen/bathroom/office areas
  • Stock Maintenance – keep an up to date list of materials/fittings etc.
  • Yard Maintenance – ensure the yard is tidy and equipment is housed correctly
  • Property Maintenance Operative Level 2
  • Weekly day release into college setting
  • Work towards functional skills maths & English (if applicable)
  • As we are a small team the progression would be from apprentice to maintenance operative/foreman/manager
  • The position would be more client facing with progression – to site callouts where the employee would be representing the company and our high standards

Employer

PORTABLE CABINS LTD

Portable Cabins hire and sell portable accommodation such as Portable offices / canteens / toilet blocks / Storage containers  – Mainly  to the Construction industry.  

Training

Training Provider:

ST HELENS COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard:

Property maintenance operative (level 2)