General Operative

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Sandhurst; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Group pension (Royal London)

Free eyesight test

Health cash plan

Remote GP access

24/7 EAP service

Discounted gym membership

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

BJF Group in Sandhurst, UK is seeking a hands-on Handyman to support our Facilities Management division. The role focuses on scheduled flushing of water outlets, adherence to Legionella procedures, and accurate 기록 keeping using CAFM or electronic logs.

We require an L8 End User Qualification and a basic trade qualification in building services, plus experience with planned preventative maintenance. This permanent role offers a full-time schedule and benefits.

Qualifications

• L8 End User Qualification and basic trade qualification in building services are required.
• Experience of planned preventative maintenance is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled flushing of infrequently used water outlets and fixtures.
• Follow site Legionella control procedures and flushing schedules.
• Record all flushing activities in logbooks or CAFM/electronic records.
• Measure and record water temperatures as required.
• Identify and report defects, leaks, or unusual temperatures affecting water hygiene.
• Maintain compliance records for audits and inspections.
• Follow safety rules and assist with Legionella risk control measures.

Education

L8 End User Qualification

Basic trade qualification in building services

Job description

Location: On site / Sandhurst, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | General
Salary: Negotiable salary

Company Description

BJF Group is a leading multidiscipline Main Contractor based across the UK, specialising in delivering high quality construction projects across various sectors priding ourselves of our reputation for excellence and attention to detail.

Within our Facilities Management division, the Southeast Core team plays a crucial role in the day-to-day delivery of reactive and preventative works across a diverse range of properties and systems within our client's sites - as a Handyman To carry out routine flushing of infrequently used outlets and water systems in accordance with the organisation's Legionella management plan, ensuring compliance with the Health and Safety Executive's Approved Code of Practice L8 and HSG274 guidance.

Position

• Conduct scheduled flushing of infrequently used water outlets, including taps, showers, and other water fixtures.
• Follow site-specific Legionella control procedures and flushing schedules.
• Record all flushing activities accurately using logbooks, compliance software, or electronic records. (CAFM system).
• Measure and record water temperatures where required.
• Identify and report any defects, leaks, poor water flow, unusual temperatures, or other concerns affecting water hygiene.
• Maintain compliance records for audit and inspection purposes.
• Follow safe working practices and organisational health and safety procedures at all times.
• Support Legionella risk control measures and cooperate with external water hygiene contractors where required.
• Escalate any non-compliance issues immediately to management.
• Carry out PPM duties as set out by supervisory staff.

Requirements

• L8 End User Qualification
• Relevant basic trade qualification in building services
• Experience of planned preventative maintenance

Other information

• Annual Leave Entitlement: 33 days per annum (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Group Pension Scheme: Provided by Royal London to save for your future.
• Free Eyesight test: Specsavers
• Company Funded Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare like, trips to the dentist.
• Remote GP Access: speedy access to a GP by telephone or online plus electronic prescriptions
• 24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Discounted Gym Membership at more than 3,000 gyms across the UK.
• Free Eyesight test: Specsavers
• Better BJF Initiative: wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work.
• Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire

At BJF we look for people who seek:

• A career that will challenge and motivate
• A flexible, supportive, and caring environment
• The opportunity to progress, make key decisions and own their future
• A high level of variety in day-to-day work life

TEAMS Values by BJF Group

Trusted Open, honest and transparent

Excellent The best in everything we do

Agile At the forefront of change

Motivated Driven to continuously improve together

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical beliefs; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

Awarded Silver Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (2022)

Awarded ‘Management Team of the Year’ at the Surrey Kent Sussex (SKS250) 250 Awards (2022)

Finalists of the Southeast Construction Awards in the Best Construction Project and Best Construction Contractor categories. (2021)