Minor Works Technician

Arcus FM; Wales; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management provider in the UK seeks a skilled individual to deliver a range of construction projects, including minor works across multiple trades. Candidates should have expertise in general construction principles and relevant trade experience. The position offers competitive salary, company van, career progression, and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company van and fuel card

25 days annual leave

Enhanced overtime rates

Annual bonus

Responsibilities

• Deliver minor works projects including groundworks and drainage.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Scope and deliver additional contract works safely and efficiently.

Skills

General construction principles

Plastering

Plumbing

Carpentry

Bricklaying

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Recognised NVQ or equivalent qualification in a trade discipline

Job description

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
• Scope, quote, and deliver additional contract works—ensuring each project is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. Build strong client relationships, identify future opportunities, and play a key role in the delivery of high‑quality building and repair works.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of general construction principles
• Proven experience across multiple trades (plastering, plumbing, carpentry, bricklaying)
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Recognised NVQ or equivalent qualification in a trade discipline (desirable)

Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high‑volume, seasonal and high‑peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non‑disabled people.

Benefits

• Competitive salary – £39,135 per annum
• Company van and fuel card – 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

Working Pattern

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

Why join Arcus

Arcus is 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