Maintenance Operative

Government Facility Services Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Government Facility Services Ltd as an Escort/Fabric Operative at HMP Springhill, where you'll work in a team ensuring safety and operation of the prison facilities. This important role involves using maintenance skills in a supportive environment focused on rehabilitation and community impact. Enjoy benefits such as 25 days holiday, private healthcare options, and a commitment to diversity and development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare options

Employee Assistance Programme

Retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a prison environment.
• Knowledge of Building fabric / Hard FM environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to creating a safe environment within HMP Springhill.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team of maintenance professionals.
• Support prisoner reintegration efforts through effective facility management.

Skills

Use of hand and power tools

Organizational skills

Time management skills

People skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

First Aid at Work qualification

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

Escort/Fabric Operative
Location: HMP Springhill
Salary: £25,739

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Operative or Handyperson to join our team at HMP Springhill, a CATEGORY D & over 18 men's prison.

Join a team that works Monday to Friday / Sunday as a supportive family, working together to create a safe environment.

HMP Springhill functions like a self-contained town, requiring hundreds of staff to keep it operational. Our Facilities Maintenance Team is committed to ensuring smooth and safe operations, impacting prisoners, staff, visitors, and the wider community.

As a Maintenance Operative or Handyperson, you will work alongside experienced colleagues including Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Cleaners, and Administrators, all dedicated to providing a secure environment.

If you want to use your skills to make a positive difference and support rehabilitation, we encourage you to apply and join our mission.

We are a Ministry of Justice business providing critical services to HMPPS. We are looking for an Escort / Fabric Operative with experience in:

• Prison environment
• Use of hand and power tools
• Building fabric / Hard FM environment
• First Aid at Work qualification
• Level 2 English and Maths
• Health & Safety knowledge
• Organizational, time management, and people skills

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!

Explore a rewarding career at GFSL. Join us to help ensure prisons are safe and support prisoner reintegration into society.

Benefits include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare options, Employee Assistance Programme, retailer discounts, and more.

We focus on safety, inclusion, and career development, promoting diversity and fairness for all employees.

Note: GFSL's FM services will transfer to a private provider in Spring 2026 following a procurement process.

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