General Building Maintenance Operative

Amey Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Leadership training

Holidays 24 days

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Discount portal

Social impact days

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Amey is hiring a permanent General Building Operative for HMP Manchester, a key role in maintaining a safe, well-run prison environment. You will join a frontline team delivering general maintenance, repairs and housekeeping across the site, with a 39-hour week and an on-call rota.

A 15% supplement applies for weekend work on a rotating schedule. You should bring practical DIY and building maintenance experience, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Proactive and collaborative approach.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Practical DIY or general building maintenance experience.
• Able to work effectively in a busy, secure environment as part of a team.
• CITB certification or NVQ trade qualification.
• Commitment to safe, dependable service.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and building tasks to keep HMP Manchester operational.
• Assist skilled tradespeople and wider Facilities Management team.
• Complete repairs, decorating, notices, furniture assembly and repairs around the site.
• Identify and report defects and check appliances and fittings.
• Provide professional support across the site and escort contractors when required.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and landscaping as part of Facilities Management.

Skills

Proactive

Time management

DIY experience

Teamwork

CITB/NVQ

Safety awareness

Job description

Title: General Building Maintenance Operative

Requisition ID: 12727

General Building Operative | HMP Manchester

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent General Building Operative at HMP Manchester, 1 Southall Street, Manchester, M60 9AH.

Salary: £28,792 per annum

Hours: 39 hours per week

Working pattern: Monday to Thursday, 08:00 to 17:00, and Friday to Sunday, 08:00 to 16:00. You will work 1 in 4 weekends on a rota, with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary, and you will also participate in an on-call rota.

Join our team

Join our vibrant, inclusive community within our Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account, working in Facilities Management to deliver critical services that help keep prisons safe, secure and running effectively.

At Amey, we support our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS), by helping provide safe, clean and efficient prison environments. Using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.

As a General Building Operative at HMP Manchester, you will be part of an important frontline team. Your work will help maintain a safe and well-managed environment for colleagues, customers and everyone using the establishment.

What you will do

• Help keep HMP Manchester safe and operational by carrying out general maintenance and building tasks across the site.
• Support skilled tradespeople with maintenance activities and help the wider Facilities Management team deliver an efficient service.
• Complete general repairs and DIY tasks, including decorating, hanging notice boards, assembling furniture and repairing items around the prison.
• Identify and report defects, checking appliances, fittings and the wider environment to help maintain safe and effective facilities.
• Provide professional support across the site, including escorting contractors when required.
• Maintain high standards across the prison environment, supporting housekeeping, litter picking, landscaping and other Facilities Management activities as required.

What you will bring

• A proactive and collaborative approach, with a willingness to learn new skills and support colleagues.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Practical experience of DIY, general building maintenance or a similar hands-on environment.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy and secure environment.
• CITB-relevant certification or equivalent, or an NVQ trade qualification.
• A commitment to working safely and delivering a dependable service.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Because you will be working within a secure prison environment, Prison Security Clearance, including a standard DBS and Counter Terrorism Check (CTC), will be required. Amey will support you through the clearance process.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities to roles such as Facilities Team Leader.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension: Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits: Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community: Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
• On-Site you will have access to free parking, use of gym, catering facilities.

About Amey

Who we are

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

What we do

We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers. This corporate description is the approved wording in the current template.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.