Maintenance Operative

Serco; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Operative to ensure high-quality repairs and maintenance services. This role is vital in delivering essential support within the asylum accommodation sector, requiring a proactive approach to various maintenance tasks. You will work in a flexible environment, contributing to a motivated team while enjoying a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Join a company that values diversity and offers opportunities for career growth, making a positive impact on people's lives through essential public services.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

25 Days Annual Leave

Employee Discounts

Contributory Pension Scheme

Career Progression Opportunities

Flexible Working Hours

Inclusive Environment

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience required.
• Ability to manage workflow independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health & safety during maintenance works.
• Manage materials using a company account card.
• Maintain company vehicles in clean condition.

Skills

Joinery

Fitting

Plumbing

Painting & Decorating

Health & Safety Management

Tools

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

Maintenance Tools

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Operative

£24,750 - £30,000 per annum + Vehicle + Excellent Corporate Benefits Package

Here at Serco, we work with Asylum Accommodation and Support Services to assist individuals through the asylum system, including providing temporary accommodation.

Role Overview: As the Maintenance Operative, your role is crucial in ensuring all requested repairs—reactive, proactive, or pre-planned—are carried out to the required standard and within SLA deadlines.

Candidate Profile: This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with previous maintenance experience in joinery, fitting, plumbing, painting & decorating, etc. You should be highly motivated, able to manage your workflow independently, and work effectively within a team when necessary.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure health & safety of yourself and all users during and after maintenance works.
2. Purchase and manage materials using a company account card from approved Serco suppliers.
3. Maintain company-provided vehicles in a professional and clean condition.

Working Pattern: Flexible working hours from Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day between 08:00 and 18:00, to meet operational needs.

On-Call & Out of Hours: Participate in rota-based out-of-hours on-call duties to provide 24/7 emergency cover as per contractual obligations.

Why Serco?

• Make an Impact: Deliver essential services that positively affect people's lives.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities across UK-wide operations to learn and develop.
• Be Supported: Join a motivated team within a supportive and inclusive culture.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with potential increases based on trade skills.
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Company vehicle, fuel card, and tools.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Career progression opportunities within the AASC contract.
• Inclusive environment supporting diversity and inclusion.
• Employee discounts for retailers and leisure activities.

About Serco

Serco is responsible for delivering vital public services worldwide, including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare, and citizen services. We are committed to innovation and continuous improvement in public service delivery.

Join us to access global employee networks like SercoInspire, SercoEmbrace, SercoUnlimited, and In@Serco, led by colleagues passionate about diversity and inclusion.

Application Process:

Click the apply button to submit your application. Applications are reviewed promptly, and early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Serco values diversity and inclusion, supporting reasonable adjustments during the interview process and flexible working arrangements. We are a Disability Confident Leader and Gold Standard Inclusive Employer. Candidates with unspent criminal convictions are welcome to apply; please contact our recruitment team for discussions.