Mechanical Maintenance Operative

Corrigenda Group Limited; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted facilities management provider in Hampshire is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Operative to carry out essential tasks across various properties including schools and care homes. This position offers a competitive salary, annual reviews, and a tailored training plan for skill development. Ideal for those wanting to grow in building services, applicants should have strong communication skills, a full driving license, and be capable of operating SMART devices. A commitment to customer satisfaction and safety is essential.

Benefits

Annual salary review

Overtime opportunities

Company vehicle + fuel card

Employee Assistance Programme

Bupa Cashplan

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Full driving licence.
• Pass DBS / Police background checks for working in schools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on thermostatic mixer valves to TMV3 standard.
• Various tasks in relation to legionella management on site.
• Reactive maintenance on hot and cold-water systems.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction

Ability to operate SMART devices

Education

NVQ Level 2 / 3 plumbing City and Guilds qualification or equivalent

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Operative
Hampshire County Council
FULL TIME – 40 HOURS
Salary: Competitive (Subject to knowledge and experience)
Location: Hampshire & Surrounding Areas
Reporting to: Gas Service Manager

About Corrigenda Ltd
Corrigenda is a trusted provider of facilities management and building maintenance services across the South of England. With a strong reputation for reliability, quality, and personal service, we’ve proudly supported public and private sector clients for over two decades.

As part of the Apleona Group, a leading European real estate and facility management organisation, we combine local expertise with the strength and innovation of a major international group. This partnership enhances our ability to deliver smarter, more sustainable solutions, while staying true to our core values of professionalism, respect, and long‑term commitment.

Joining Corrigenda means becoming part of a team that values traditional craftsmanship, invests in its people, and looks ahead to a bright, innovative future in facilities management.

Job Summary

Due to ongoing growth, Corrigenda is seeking a dedicated mechanical maintenance operative to carry out tasks on our Hampshire County Council contract. This will require working on a range of properties such as offices, schools, care homes, and libraries across the eastern half of Hampshire, including Winchester, Basingstoke, Farnborough, Petersfield, and Havant.

This is an ideal opportunity for those looking to enter the building services industry or develop their current skills further; the position will come with a tailored personal training plan.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on thermostatic mixer valves to TMV3 standard.
• Various tasks in relation to legionella management on site such as descaling spray taps.
• Reactive maintenance on hot and cold‑water systems (depending on experience).
• Cleaning kitchen canopies and extractor fans.
• Weekly sprinkler testing.
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself, other engineers, end users on site, and the general public at all times.
• Ability to work effectively on your own or as part of a team to ensure we meet our client contract expectations.
• Collaborate with other engineers and site staff to arrange site access to required working areas.
• Contact suppliers for replacement parts and cost information.
• Adopt a flexible approach to supporting other resources as required.
• Perform any other tasks required by the company within your skill set/experience.

Knowledge, experience and skills

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction
• Be able to operate SMART devices and complete electronic documentation
• Full driving licence
• Pass DBS / Police background checks for working in schools

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 / 3 plumbing City and Guilds qualification (or equivalent)
• Legionella awareness
• Unvented water systems qualification
• A good knowledge and understanding of hot and cold‑water systems
• Experience in a similar role and working sectors

Package

• Competitive salary
• Annual salary review
• Overtime opportunities
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company vehicle + fuel card
• Company mobile
• Full uniform
• Extensive learning & development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme – offering guidance and advice on personal, health, legal and financial queries.
• Bupa Cashplan – benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing portfolio.
• Enrolment into our pension scheme
• Refer a friend reward scheme – worth £750 per referral

Corrigenda are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal and fair treatment for all colleagues or potential colleagues irrespective of race, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic origins, religion or belief, disability, age, gender, marital or family status.

Join us to be part of a diverse workforce that values collaboration, growth, and opportunity for all.

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