General Maintenance Operative

Manchester Arndale; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a General Maintenance Operative to ensure the upkeep and maintenance of their site. The role involves various tasks including repairs, inspections, and general maintenance. Ideal candidates will have previous experience, a driving license, and the ability to work flexibly.

Qualifications

• Previous general maintenance or multi-trader experience required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Driving license required.

Responsibilities

• General upkeep and maintenance of the site.
• Carry out regular inspections and routine preventative maintenance.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests in a timely manner.

Skills

General maintenance

Multi-trader skills

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK& Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment

About The Role:

Shift Pattern:Monday to Friday (weekends maybe needed also)

The main responsibilities of the General Maintenance Operative will be the general upkeep and maintenance of the site. The role will be varied and will include many different tasks which are stated below:

The role will include the following responsibilities:

• General internal / external site painting
• Floor patching repairs – concrete – self leveler
• Install / remove partitions.
• General carpentry repairs – drill – boards.
• Install floor tiles to shop and offices as required
• Install / remove ceiling tiles as required
• Toilet repairs – leaks, seats, small blockages – sealing – boards – small pipe works.
• Unblocking drains – as above.
• Collecting materials from suppliers
• Flexible working is required potentially at short notice.
• Weekend work is paid at over time rates.
• Maintain accurate records of completed tasks and report any issues to the management team
• Assist with minor refurbishments, installations, and improvement projects
• Carry out regular inspections and routine preventative maintenance
• Undertaking reactive Maintenance tasks to high quality standards including basic plumbing, joinery, and carpentry, with painting and decorating where necessary.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests in a timely and professional

Key requirements of the role:

• Right to work in the UK
• The ideal candidate will have previous general maintenance or multi-trader experience and skills
• Ability to work on your own as well as part of a team
• Ability to communicate well with colleagues / customers & suppliers
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to work outside normal working hours.
• Driving license required

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.