General Building Operative

Amey; Rutland Farm Park; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking an on-site General Building Operative to support maintenance tasks at HMP Stocken. The role involves teamwork to carry out various DIY projects and ensure a safe working environment. Candidates must have solid DIY skills and a CITB certification. This position offers a challenging opportunity in a unique setting that supports local zero carbon programmes.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in DIY/general building maintenance.
• CITB relevant certification or equivalent.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team to provide general maintenance tasks.
• Complete tasks associated with DIY such as decorating and building furniture.
• Check appliances, fittings, and general environment are in good working order.

Skills

DIY skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

CITB relevant certification or equivalent

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an on-site General Building Operative in HMP Stocken.

The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (across 7 days where a weekend shift pattern is in place).

There is a need to work 1 in 3 weekends on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary).

At Amey, we’re supporting our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons. By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly.

The General Building Operative plays an important part in ensuring the planned and reactive maintenance work within the prisons is carried out in a safe, compliant and timely manner.

What you will do:

• Work in a team to provide general maintenance tasks and support tradespeople on site.
• Provide a professional assistance service to those requesting support including contractor escorting duties when required.
• Complete tasks associated with DIY such as Decorating, hanging notice boards, building furniture, repair of items around the prison.
• Check appliances, fittings and general environment are in good working order and all defects reported to Team Leader.
• General good housekeeping, including litter picking and landscaping around the grounds if required.
• All other FM duties as required directed by team manager.
• This role will also support both local and business zero carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate.
• Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract.

What you will bring:

• Solid experience in DIY/ general building maintenance.
• CITB relevant certification or equivalent.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).