Parkwood Theatres is committed to recruiting quality, motivated and dynamic individuals for all aspects of our operations.
We are always looking for individuals that can offer a genuine level of commitment in return for support, opportunities and a rewarding career. By paying attention to the people we employ, in the form of training and development, we are able to achieve the excellence for which we strive. Parkwood Theatres is committed to being the recognised standard for quality, care and excellence. We encourage and welcome applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.
We are currently looking for a:
Theatre Maintenance Technician / Caretaker
Grade: 02L2-03L3
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Hours of work: 20 hours per week, 08:00-12:00 Monday-Friday
Holiday entitlement: 20 days plus statutory holidays
Notice period: One month
Background
Parkwood Creative is a division of Parkwood Holdings PLC. The company prides itself on industry-leading health and safety standards, and a commitment to customer and staff well-being. Alongside The Hazlitt, Parkwood operates The Hawth in Crawley, The Playhouse in Weston-super-Mare, and The Castle in Wellingborough.
Purpose Of The Role
To assist in the building’s maintenance, repair and cleaning. To assist the Technical and Facilities Manager in keeping the building safe & compliant. To undertake and record regular, systematic checks (water temperatures, fire alarm etc). Locking and unlocking the building. Maintaining health and safety records. Managing contractors. Identifying & fulfilling the building’s maintenance needs. Occasional cleaning cover as required. Proactively maintaining the building.
The Candidate
We are looking for a motivated, conscientious and responsible individual to join the Hazlitt’s team. The successful candidate will help to support the maintenance, repair and cleaning of this busy venue. They will have previous experience of caretaking, (or carrying out general maintenance, repairs, and decorating to a competent level). COSHH experience is also desirable. A high level of customer service is to be maintained at all times, as well as a positive outlook, and the ability to work flexibly, including unsociable hours. Plumbing or electrical skills advantageous. Must be proactive in the role.
If you believe you have the relevant skills and experience for this position, please email a letter of application and your full C.V. to the Technical and Facilities Manager, Sam Ray - sam.ray@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk or submit by post/hand to Sam Ray, Hazlitt Theatre,
Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1PL, by 2/5/2025. Interviews to follow
If you are interested in applying for this role, we suggest that you do so at the earliest opportunity to void disappointment as interviews will be held throughout the process. Please note that if you have not received correspondence within 21 days then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.