General Maintenance Operative – Exeter

ECG Facilities Services; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company supplied vehicle

25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays)

Job summary

ECG Facilities Services is seeking skilled maintenance personnel to work across the UK. This full-time role, which involves tasks like painting, decorating, and basic plumbing, emphasizes excellent customer service and compliance with safety obligations.

The successful candidate will receive a company vehicle and enjoy benefits such as 25 days holiday, while also being part of a diverse team dedicated to quality and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of basic plumbing maintenance.
• Understanding of tiling and carpentry.
• Able to show good handyman skills.
• Experience in health and safety for maintenance tasks.
• Full and clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform painting and decorating tasks.
• Execute tiling work.
• Keep logbooks updated.
• Change lamps as needed.
• Identify and report faults proactively.
• Maintain a PDA through the CAFM system.

Skills

Basic plumbing maintenance

Tiling and carpentry

Handyman skills

Health and safety obligations

Customer service

Education

Relevant trade training

Job description

Established in 1994, ECG Facilities Services is a leading provider of Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) maintenance across the UK. With a strong presence in the commercial, retail and industrial sectors, ECG also delivers specialist services in water hygiene and managed services - operating 24/7, 365 days a year.

With over 30 years of industry expertise and a workforce of more than 400 employees, ECG operates nationwide from its headquarters in Blantyre, Glasgow, supported by strategically located offices across the UK. Now part of the Mecsia Group, ECG continues to set the standard in facilities maintenance through innovation, real-time technology, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

At ECG, we value the strength that comes from a diverse team. We are proud to promote equality, embrace inclusion, and stand firmly against discrimination in the workplace.

Location: UK Wide

Hours: 40 hours per week

Company Benefits

• Company supplied vehicle
• 25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)

This role is subject to the successful award of a new client contract. Recruitment activity is being undertaken in advance to support rapid mobilisation should the contract be secured. Any appointment will be conditional upon contract award and final client approval.

Key Responsibilities

• Painting & Decorating
• Tiling
• Keep logbooks up to date
• Changing lamps
• Proactively identifying and reporting faults
• Keeping a PDA up to date through our CAFM system and clients

Skills & Qualifications Required

• A good working knowledge of basic plumbing maintenance.
• A good understanding of tiling and carpentry.
• Must be able to show good handyman skills.
• Sound understanding and experience of meeting health and safety obligations regarding maintenance activities.
• Full and clean driving licence (vehicle provided)

Personal Qualities

• Character Committed to the delivery of excellent customer service.
• To have a calm manner and able to work under pressure. Able to make sound decisions when needed.
• A team player, able to work with the team and client’s representatives at all levels.
• Comfortable working in environments that may include vulnerable people, demonstrating professionalism, discretion, and appropriate conduct at all times.

Qualifications

• Evidence of relevant trade training or maintenance‑related courses

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.

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