Aftercare & Maintenance Technician Full Time NEW

Blue Forest

Aftercare & Maintenance Technician East Sussex Up to £30,000 & Great Benefits

Help us look after some of the UK’s most extraordinary spaces

At Blue Forest, we design and build award-winning luxury treehouses and unique structures that inspire, delight, and connect people with nature. From private retreats and luxury accommodation to hospitality and educational developments, every project we create is bespoke and exceptional.

We’re looking for a practical, enthusiastic Aftercare & Maintenance Technician to join our specialist team and help ensure our completed projects continue to look and perform at their very best.

If you enjoy hands-on work, solving problems, travelling to interesting locations, and taking pride in delivering outstanding customer service, we’d love to hear from you.

The Aftercare & Maintenance Technician Role

Reporting to the Aftercare & Support Manager, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and supporting our portfolio of completed projects across the UK.

No two days are the same. One week you could be carrying out routine maintenance on a luxury treehouse retreat, the next troubleshooting an issue, carrying out repairs, or supporting our wider operations team on exciting projects.

The role involves regular travel to client sites throughout the UK, with regular overnight stays.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out planned maintenance and aftercare visits
• Diagnosing and resolving maintenance issues
• Undertaking repairs to cladding, decking, doors, windows, locks, guttering and other building elements
• Completing decorating, cleaning, timber treatment and pressure washing tasks
• Inspecting and maintaining fire safety and site equipment
• Building positive relationships with clients and delivering excellent customer service
• Liaising with colleagues, contractors and specialist suppliers
• Maintaining company vehicles, tools and equipment
• Supporting project delivery activities when required

About You

You’ll be a practical and dependable individual who enjoys working independently, takes pride in your work, and is committed to delivering a high standard of service.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Basic carpentry skills (first and second fix)
• Basic plumbing maintenance (e.g. repairing leaks, replacing taps)
• Basic electrical maintenance (e.g. replacing bulbs, fuses and fittings)
• Decorating, painting and general property maintenance experience
• Experience working directly with customers
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to organise your workload and work using your own initiative
• Full, clean UK driving licence

Personal Qualities

• Positive and proactive attitude
• Practical, hands-on approach
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Eager to learn and develop new skills
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (up to £30,000), depending on experience
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Company vehicle for work use
• All tools, equipment and uniform provided
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment
• The opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most unique and inspiring structures

Location

Based in East Sussex. Due to our rural location, applicants must have their own transport to travel to and from our office.

Apply Now

If you’re looking for a varied, rewarding role where your skills will help maintain some truly exceptional projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV today for immediate consideration.