Maintenance Operative

OCS Group; North Tyneside; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an on-site Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance Technician in North Tyneside. You will perform PPM and reactive tasks across building services, diagnose faults, and implement repairs to keep operations safe and efficient. You’ll support small refurbishments, document activities, and uphold SHEQ standards.

The role emphasises teamwork, strong fault-finding, and proactive safety. Flexible hours cover seven days a week at 20 hours weekly, with opportunities for ongoing

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering discipline.
• Relevant technical qualifications and certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of site services, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs in a timely manner to minimise operational downtime.
• Assist with minor refurbishment projects, plant installations, and equipment upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete all required documentation.
• Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) policies and procedures.
• Identify potential risks, defects, and improvement opportunities, reporting them appropriately.
• Support contractors and specialist service providers when required.
• Build positive working relationships with customers, colleagues, and site stakeholders.
• Attend team briefings and customer meetings as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to improve service delivery and operational performance.

Skills

Fault-finding

Independent worker

Communication

Organised

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Job description

About The Role

To provide Electrical and Mechanical maintenance support across site buildings, plant, systems, and equipment. The role is responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient site operations while supporting OCS safety and compliance standards.

Shift pattern

20 hours per week (7 days a week)

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks across electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of site services, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs in a timely manner to minimise operational downtime.
• Assist with minor refurbishment projects, plant installations, and equipment upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete all required documentation.
• Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) policies and procedures.
• Identify potential risks, defects, and improvement opportunities, reporting them appropriately.
• Support contractors and specialist service providers when required.
• Build positive working relationships with customers, colleagues, and site stakeholders.
• Attend team briefings and customer meetings as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to improve service delivery and operational performance.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an Electrical or Mechanical Engineering discipline.
• Relevant technical qualifications and certifications desirable.

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance within a facilities management, manufacturing, or engineering environment.
• Good understanding of electrical and mechanical building services.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and safe systems of work.
• Experience using maintenance management systems (desirable).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Organised with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• Reliable, proactive, and committed to maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.

Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.

Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.

Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!

Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.