Are you fascinated by how buildings function behind the scenes? Do you enjoy rolling up your sleeves, solving practical problems, and learning new skills on the job? Are you looking to take the first step in a hands-on career?
We are looking for an aspiring Property Maintenance Apprentice to join our experienced team of maintenance engineers and gain on-the-job experience across our diverse property portfolio—including our historic Brewery, Support Office, and pubs. As part of this role, you’ll work towards a nationally recognised qualification in Property Maintenance, setting the foundation for a rewarding and skilled career.
What's in it for you:
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays)
- A range of healthcare options are available after 6 months
- Annual flu jab
- Access to flexible pay and financial wellbeing resources, including being able to apply for a loan after 6 months with Wagestream
- Generous company pension plan
- Death in service of 3x your salary, if you join the company pension scheme
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and sick pay
- Mental health and wellbeing support for all, including our own Mental Health First Aiders
- 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
- 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
- Up to 40% discount on own-brand beer and cider purchased from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
- Instant access to discounts with high street retailers, supermarkets and more!
- Birthday Club exclusive offers and discounts
- The drinks are on us during monthly get-togethers for team members in our Visitor Centre, along with our Summer and Christmas parties
- The opportunity to develop & move within the Support Office, Brewery & our pubs
- Join our reward and recognition platform, Sheps Hut
- Benefit from the support offered by the Licensed Trade Charity to those working in the brewing industry
- Receive one additional day of paid leave per year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
- Working Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. 08:30 - 17:00, Monday to Friday with 1 hour lunch (unpaid)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with day-to-day maintenance of buildings and communal areas
- Learn trades like painting, plastering, plumbing, and joinery
- Support planned and reactive maintenance tasks
- Attend college or training sessions as part of your apprenticeship
- Keep workspaces safe and tidy, and follow health & safety procedures
- Complete job sheets and training logs accurately
- Show initiative and a drive to grow into a skilled engineer
The Ideal Candidate:
- A genuine interest in property maintenance or construction
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
- Basic understanding of health & safety
- Reliable, punctual, and a great team player
- Good communication skills
- Willingness to travel between sites
- Previous hands-on experience (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence
Shepherd Neame may be Britain’s oldest brewer but our approach is anything but old-fashioned. We are an authentic, independent business, yet flexible and agile, and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following Sheps Skills:
- Working Together
- Pride and Passion
- Authenticity
- Sheps Spirit
Who are we?
Britain’s oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award-winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.
Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.