Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

  • Company: Duchy of Cornwall
  • Location: Isles Of Scilly, TR21 0LS
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Construction and the built environment
  • Ref: NAS-2000049660
  • Application Deadline Date: 01/09/2026
  • Start Date: 05/10/2026
  • Positions Available: 3
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday 8am-5pm

Brief Description

The Duchy of Cornwall is looking for Apprentice Property Maintenance Operatives to join its skilled trades team on the Isles of Scilly. This is a brilliant opportunity to build practical skills across plumbing, joinery, decorating, general repairs and refurbishments, and start a lasting career in property maintenance.

Future Prospects

Potential to become a full time role, alongside the potential to specialise in another discipline or trade. 

Vacancy Detail


  • Plumbing - repairs, fixtures and fittings, basic systems

  • Electrics - learning how building electrical systems operate, assisting with maintenance activities, recognising faults

  • Joinery & Carpentry - doors, frames, fixtures

  • Painting & Decorating - preparation and finishing to a high standard

  • General building work - repairs, brick/block, plaster and tiling

  • Full refurbishments - including bathroom and kitchen fit-outs from start to finish 

Ready to start your adventure?