Maintenance Operative

Falcon Tower Crane Services; Shipdham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Death in Service

Enhanced annual leave

Job summary

Falcon Tower Crane Services in Shipdham, Norfolk are hiring a Depot Grounds & Maintenance Operative to join our Construction and Maintenance Department. The role involves maintaining a clean, tidy and safe environment across the Depot grounds, buildings, entrances, walkways and car parks, with opportunities to support our Construction Team at various locations.

We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you excel.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in grounds/maintenance or labouring.
• Experience using basic hand and power tools safely.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Fault finding experience.
• Commitment to safety and following procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds, buildings, entrances, walkways and car parks.
• Support Construction Team at various locations.
• Work outdoors using hand and power tools.
• Ensure safety and compliance with policies and risk assessments.
• Travel to other sites as required.

Skills

Practical

Hands-on

Communication

Time management

Safety awareness

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Maintenance Operative

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Shipdham, Norfolk

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 7:30am to 4.00pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Overtime available when required.

Salary: £8.00 to £13.50 per hour, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Death in Service
• Enhanced annual leave based on service (first increase of one day after 2 years)

Within the Falcon Group is Falcon Tower Crane Services, the largest tower crane supplier in the UK and one of the largest in the world with just under 450 tower cranes nationwide. Falcon Power Generation with 400 generators nationwide along with Falcon Freight who operate a fleet of 37 HGV vehicles with a selection of units supporting artic and rigid HIAB cranes.

We are looking for a practical and reliable Depot Grounds & Maintenance Operative to join our Construction and Maintenance Department at our Shipdham Depot.

Comprehensive training, continued professional development, and ongoing support will be provided to help you excel in the role.

The Role

Working as part of the team, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, tidy and safe environment across the Depot, including the grounds, buildings, entrances, walkways and car parks. The role will also provide the opportunity to support our Construction Team at a variety of locations, assisting with general labouring, painting, restoration, renovation and maintenance projects.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has a practical approach and is happy to turn their hand to a variety of tasks. The role will involve working outdoors, using a range of hand and power tools, and occasionally travelling to other locations to support the wider business.

You will ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently, following Company policies, procedures, risk assessments, and relevant health & safety requirements.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Practical, hands-on experience within a grounds maintenance, construction, facilities, maintenance or general labouring environment.
• Experience using basic hand and power tools safely.
• Good understanding of maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to other locations when required.
• Fault finding experience.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in grounds maintenance, gardening, construction, building maintenance or renovation work.
• Experience operating power tools and carrying out pre-use checks in accordance with PUWER.
• Experience with painting, restoration or general renovation activities.
• Experience carrying out basic building, exterior or window cleaning and maintenance.

Key Skills & Personal Attributes

• Able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team with a highly supportive and collaborative approach.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure the workload is carried out effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to safety and following company procedures
• Positive attitude, good timekeeping, and a desire to learn and develop
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a hands‑on approach to tasks.
• Strong work ethic and a can‑do attitude.
• The ability to perform the job responsibilities safely and effectively, without endangering your own health or the health of others.
• Be prepared to work outside in all weather conditions, for which suitable PPE will be provided.
• Promote and display a positive Safety Culture.

If you are practical, reliable and enjoy a varied hands‑on role, we would like to hear from you.