Maintenance Operative

Colets Health and Fitness, a large independent health club based in Thames Ditton Surrey, are currently looking for a part-time (20hrs per week) maintenance operative able to work varied shifts and support our Maintenance Team Leader.

Role and Responsibilities: 

Operations 

• Assisting in the day-to-day maintenance of the Club building and areas under the Club’s control including all machinery, lighting, electrical appliances, plumbing and drainage, heating, and air conditioning; 
  
• Assisting in ensuring that pool plant equipment, the water, spa, and surrounds are always in a safe and clean condition. Water testing, Water meter readings, Pool backwashes, Pool tests in plantroom, Shower / Steam room drainage, Pool plant operations (Chlorine and PH) 
• PPM checks and maintenance issues prioritized and actioned. System logs updated on WAM computer program 
• Assisting in the redecoration and refurbishment of the club as necessary 
• Assisting with the receipt of deliveries, stocks and supplies including loading / unloading as necessary 
• Assisting in ensuring the security of the building and its contents, paying particular attention to alarms, locks, fire extinguishers and maintaining records where necessary 
• To be fully aware of and understand departmental N.O.P.s, E.O.P’s and Club emergency procedures 
• Assisting in maintaining records of all work carried out to all equipment within the Club. 
• Stock takes 
• Understanding of Water Hygiene 
• General DIY skills 
• Basic computing skills in Excel & Word 
• Other ad-hoc support as reasonably requested. 
• You must be able work weekends and various shifts

 Finance 

• To work with Line Manager to remain within budget 

Cultural / Values 

Commit to the company values and personality. 

Our Values: 

Welcoming – We do things a little differently around here, not just another corporate gym 

Supportive – Of our community, members and each other – We genuinely care 

Independent – We are inclusive, unpretentious and trustworthy – Not for profit 

Our Personality: 

Motivated – Engaged, part of the family and driven to make a genuine contribution 

Friendly – Outgoing, enthusiastic and able to engage with both colleagues & customers 

Proud – Positive – has a ‘can do’ energy that brightens up those around them 

 

Be aware of the core business anchors of Colets and embed them into your department:  

• Create the right environment 
• Create a Great place to work 
• Go beyond customer satisfaction 
• Personalise every journey 
• Generate extra profit to fuel growth 
• Commit to our goal of a unified Team & Growing the business 
  

KPI’s: 

• Member NPS Scores 

 

Qualifications / Educational Requirements: 

A Pool Plant Operator qualification is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. A background or qualification in an electrical trade would be advantageous but is not essential.

 

Preferred Skills: 

• High levels of attention to detail, the ability to think methodically, prioritisation skills, good communication skills; both internally and with suppliers and third parties.  
• Physically fit enough to be able to undertake arduous or difficult tasks (lifting and carrying work will be involved).  
• Be always well-presented and polite to members and staff and able to work as part of a team or as an individual (must be self-motivated) have a ‘can do’ attitude, be able to adhere to deadlines and get tasks done when asked for, and above all else a drive to continuously improve and the ability to adapt to various scenarios. 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Customer service experience 
  

Why Join Us?

• Salary – Competitive, based on experience.
• Hours – 40 hours per week, working on a rota basis to cover the Club’s opening hours, including weekends and varied shifts.
•  Free membership, discount on family membership
• Discounts on franchises within the club
• Discount on Food
• Discount on nursery
• Company pension scheme with contributions
• Staff Days, paid day off for birthday