New Forest District Council is looking for a Maintenance Assistant. It’s a full-time post based in Lymington paying £26,242 to £28,284 a year. Applications close on Sunday 29 November 2026.
About the role
Assists skilled tradespeople with minor repairs and property clearance across tenanted and empty council housing stock. Based at the Lymington Depot, in an in-house housing maintenance team.
About New Forest District Council
New Forest District Council is the district council for south-west Hampshire, covering Lymington, New Milton, Ringwood, Fordingbridge, Totton, Hythe and the Waterside communities along Southampton Water. It runs district services such as housing, waste collection, leisure, coastal protection and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Full driving licence
- Experience working at height
- Asbestos awareness
- Basic health and safety awareness
- Able to work unsupervised
- CSCS registration advantageous, not essential
What’s on offer
- 23 days leave plus 5 after 5 years
- Council fleet vehicle for business use
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Learning and development opportunities
How to apply
You apply directly with New Forest District Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 29 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on New Forest District Council’s website.
