Maintenance General Joiner

Sodexo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sodexo benefits

Job summary

Sodexo is recruiting a Maintenance Operative (Joiner) for the Facilities Management team at HMP Forest Bank in Manchester. The role focuses on joinery maintenance, repairs, and planned works to keep the prison environment safe and efficient.

You will work 40 hours per week, five days out of seven, participate in on-call duties, and supervise prisoner working parties as required, delivering quality workmanship in a secure custodial setting.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A proactive approach to Health and Safety.
• A systematic, organised approach to maintenance tasks and problem-solving.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines.
• A collaborative attitude and the ability to work well in a team.
• Pride in delivering high-quality workmanship to required trade standards.
• Ability to work professionally within a secure custodial environment.
• Experience using Maximo EZMax or similar CAFM systems would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out joinery maintenance, repairs and planned preventative maintenance tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Complete maintenance and project work as directed by the Technical Facilities Manager.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely, professionally and in line with relevant trade standards and site policies.
• Follow all Health and Safety policies, procedures and risk control measures.
• Comply with tool management procedures and the site's Local Security Strategy.
• Support the effective day-to-day operation of the establishment by responding to maintenance requirements and priorities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other teams to ensure an effective and responsive maintenance service.
• Supervise prisoner working parties where required and appropriate.
• Participate in the on-call rota and undertake late working when required.
• Follow all Sodexo policies and procedures and undertake other reasonable duties that support the operation of the prison.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Health and Safety mindset

Organised maintenance

Workload management

Team collaboration

Pride in workmanship

Secure environment professionalism

Maximo / CAFM experience

Tools

Maximo EZMax

Job description

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Working Hours:

40

Location:

Manchester

Closing Date:

05/11/2026

Job Category:

Facilities Management

UK Government - Justice

Job Introduction

Job Vacancy: Maintenance Operative(Joiner)

Department: Justice Services – Facilities Management

Hours: 40 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7

Salary: Up to £ 42,004.48 per annum plus Sodexo benefits

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled, proactive and reliable Maintenance Operative(Joiner) to join our Facilities Management team at HMP Forest Bank.

In this role, you will play an important part inmaintaining a safe, secure and efficient environment by carrying out joinerymaintenance, repairs, planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and project workacross the establishment.

Working as part of the wider Facilities Managementteam, you will help ensure that maintenance activities are completed to therequired standards, within agreed timescales and in accordance with health andsafety requirements, relevant legislation and site security procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical,hands-on individual who takes pride in their workmanship, works well as part ofa team and understands the importance of delivering a professional maintenanceservice in a secure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out joinery maintenance, repairs and planned preventative maintenance tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Complete maintenance and project work as directed by the Technical Facilities Manager.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely, professionally and in line with relevant trade standards, legislation and good working practices.
• Follow all Health and Safety policies, procedures and risk control measures.
• Comply with tool management procedures and the site's Local Security Strategy.
• Support the effective day-to-day operation of the establishment by responding to maintenance requirements and priorities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other teams to ensure an effective and responsive maintenance service.
• Supervise prisoner working parties where required and appropriate.
• Participate in the on-call rota and undertake late working when required.
• Follow all Sodexo policies and procedures and undertake other reasonable duties that support the effective operation of the prison.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who demonstrates:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A positive and proactive approach to Health and Safety.
• A systematic, organised approach to maintenance tasks and problem-solving.
• The ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines.
• A collaborative attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Pride in delivering high-quality workmanship to the required trade standards.
• The ability to work professionally and responsibly within a secure custodial environment.
• Experience using Maximo EZMax or similar Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) systems would be desirable.

Working Arrangements

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week across 5 days outof 7 . Flexibility is required tosupport operational needs, including participation in the on-call rota andoccasional late working.

Why Join Our Team?

As a Maintenance Operative at HMP Forest Bank, youwill contribute directly to the safe and effective running of theestablishment. Your practical skills, attention to detail and commitment tohigh standards will help maintain the facilities that support the day-to-dayoperation of the prison.