Minor Works Technician

Arcus Solutions; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider is seeking a Minor Works Technician in the East Midlands. You'll deliver varied minor works projects, ensuring high standards and client satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have experience across multiple trades and excellent problem-solving abilities. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Matched pension contributions

Life assurance

Access to training academy

Employee discounts and financial aid programs

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of general construction principles.
• Proven experience across multiple trades like plastering, plumbing, carpentry, and bricklaying.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a range of minor works projects including groundworks, civils, drainage, and tarmacking.
• Secure and quote for extra contract work, ensuring profitability and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet tight deadlines.

Skills

General construction principles

Multi-trade experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognised NVQ or equivalent qualification in a trade discipline

Job description

Are you a multi-skilled tradesperson looking for your next challenge?

At Arcus FM, we're on the lookout for a dedicated Minor Works Technician to join our growing Field Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of varied minor works projects, working across Nottingham & the surrounding areas.

• Competitive Salary - £39,135 per annum
• Company van and fuel card - with personal use available from day one
• Door-to-door pay - earn from the moment you leave home
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced overtime rates for additional earnings
• Annual bonus (up to 4%) - subject to performance (historically paid out)

In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for scoping, quoting, and delivering additional contract works-ensuring each project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. You'll build strong client relationships, identify future opportunities, and play a key role in the delivery of high-quality building and repair works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver a range of minor works projects, including:
  • Groundworks, civils, drainage, and tarmacking
  • Painting, decorating, plastering, and carpentry
  • Bricklaying, fencing, plumbing, and roof repairs
• Secure and quote for extra contract work, ensuring profitability and cost-effectiveness
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet tight deadlines and client expectations

What We're Looking For:

• Solid understanding of general construction principles
• Proven experience across multiple trades (e.g. plastering, plumbing, carpentry, bricklaying)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Recognised NVQ or equivalent qualification in a trade discipline (Desirable)

Working Pattern:

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Occasional out-of-hours work (paid at overtime rates)

Why join Arcus:

We're an award-winning facilities management provider that values expertise and commitment. We actively promote from within and offer career progression opportunities across our nationwide operations. You'll also benefit from a comprehensive rewards package including:

• Matched pension contributions (5-6%)
• Life assurance
• Access to our industry-leading training academy
• Discounts, vouchers, and financial aid programs

Ready to take the next step:

If you have the experience and drive to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you.