Maintenance Operative

Join us to apply for the Maintenance Operative role at Ascot Racecourse. This is a full‑time, permanent position.

Who We Are

Welcome to Ascot where tradition meets innovation and excitement is the heartbeat of our business. We are a destination for over 500,000 guests each year, and it is our team of behind‑the‑scenes heroes that bring every intricate detail to life. As one of the world’s leading racecourses, Ascot is renowned for its rich heritage spanning over 300 years, and we strive for excellence in everything we do.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Maintenance Operative to carry out general building maintenance, including carpentry and joinery, bricklaying, concreting, plastering, roof repairs and general construction work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out general repairs to the premises.
• Manage stock control, account for goods and materials held in stock for future use, and keep the Maintenance Team Leader informed of any materials requiring ordering.
• Manufacture and install carpentry and joinery items.
• Undertake bricklaying, concreting, plastering and roof repairs and other similar maintenance work.
• Perform raceday duties as required.
• Carry out other duties that the Company reasonably requires.

Key Responsibilities

• Ideally hold a City & Guilds qualification in carpentry, or a similar trade qualification.
• Ideally hold a City & Guilds qualification in bricklaying, or a similar trade qualification.
• Have significant knowledge and experience of building maintenance and construction.
• Be able to work at times with little or no supervision and have the ability to work under pressure.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Show a proactive and flexible attitude and be a strong team player.
• Be able to lift heavy items, using equipment provided where needed.
• Hold a current, valid Driving Licence.

What You Can Expect From Us

• A best‑in‑class welcome with a tailored induction and racecourse tour, and a wide range of training schemes for learning and development.
• Access to wellbeing support for you and your family, including a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a healthcare support app with 24/7 virtual GP access.
• Opportunity to make an impact in our volunteer week with a day out of the office to support local community and charity partners.
• End‑of‑year office closures with an extra 2 days annual leave added to your entitlement.
• Time Off in Lieu (toil) for working weekend race days.
• Clothing and hat hire.
• Complimentary race‑day entry for friends and family.
• Exclusive discounts in local shops and cafes, and from selected partner brands and suppliers.

What Sets Us Apart From The Rest

We take pride in our commitments to make a positive change for now and future generations, through our Diversity and Inclusion strategy, award‑winning Racing To Zero sustainability actions, and forward‑thinking employee benefits including flexible working and menopause policies, as well as health and EAP support. We are also proud of our community outreach, which includes a volunteering week for all employees to spend time supporting local charities.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Vision

We are committed to ensuring guests from all backgrounds and communities feel welcome at the Racecourse and are working to ensure our internal teams are nurtured within a supportive and inclusive environment. Our mission is to eliminate discrimination and prejudice of any kind at our venue and throughout our business. By educating and implementing meaningful actions across all that we do, we can make certain that Ascot is a place for everyone to enjoy.

As an equal opportunities employer, Ascot Racecourse is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

How To Apply

Applications will close on Monday 12th January 2026. In‑person interviews will take place in early January 2026 for successful applicants. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified. For assistance with your application or if you require an alternative application format, please contact [contact information].