Handyperson- Campsfield IRC

Mitie Group plc.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Company pension

33 days annual leave

Free Mitie shares

Virtual GP 24/7

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. invites applications for a Facilities Operative at Campsfield Immigration Removal Centre. You will perform reliable general maintenance, support engineering teams, and help keep the site safe, functional, and well-maintained on a day-to-day basis.

The role requires a hands-on approach, good communication, and the ability to manage workloads while carrying out practical tasks. A driving license is not stated; eligibility for enhanced vetting and security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on approach and willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload.
• Comfortable performing physical and practical tasks on a site.
• Eligibility for enhanced vetting and security clearance (British Citizen, EU Settled Status or ILR, 3 years UK residency, no criminal history).

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive general maintenance across the site.
• Support engineers with both planned and reactive maintenance tasks when required.
• Perform building fabric maintenance, including painting and decorating.
• Clean external areas such as pathways and grounds, including litter picking.
• Complete gritting of paths and roads, and support snow clearance operations.
• Undertake basic locksmith duties.
• Escort FM visitors, suppliers, and subcontractors around the centre.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Skills

Hands-on approach

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Practical tasks

Job description

Join Mitie – the future of high performing places.

ROLE: Handyperson
LOCATION: Campsfield Immigration Removal Centre

Overview

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for a Facilities Operative who will support the smooth day‑to‑day running of Campsfield IRC by delivering reliable general maintenance and helping to keep the site safe, functional, and well‑maintained.

Role Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive general maintenance across the site.
• Support engineers with both planned and reactive maintenance tasks when required.
• Perform building fabric maintenance, including painting and decorating.
• Clean external areas such as pathways and grounds, including litter picking.
• Complete gritting of paths and roads, and support snow‑clearance operations.
• Undertake basic locksmith duties.
• Escort FM visitors, suppliers, and subcontractors around the centre.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• A reliable, hands‑on approach with willingness to learn.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload.
• Comfortable performing physical and practical tasks.
• Eligibility for enhanced vetting and security clearance (British Citizen, EU Settled Status or ILR, 3 years UK residency, no criminal history).

Desirable Qualifications

• Forklift licence or experience operating a forklift.
• Painting and decorating skills.
• Health & Safety awareness.
• Experience in building fabric maintenance, joinery, or locksmithing.

What's in it for you?

• A stable and supportive workplace with opportunities to learn and grow.
• Life insurance and company pension.
• 33 days annual leave.
• Continued personal development with full support to enhance your career.
• Free Mitie shares.
• Access to a virtual GP 24/7 for you and your family.
• MiDeals discount scheme with 3000+ retail, leisure, and utility offers.
• Additional optional benefits, including private medical cover, technology packages, and extra holiday.