Multi-Skilled Operatives - Facilities Maintenance

Adore Recruitment Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is looking for Facilities Maintenance Operatives (Plumbers, Multi-traders, Electrical Engineers, Gas Engineers, Carpenters). The role involves ensuring high standards in building maintenance for hospitality and retail clients. Candidates must have experience in facilities maintenance, a full UK driving licence, and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and a supportive team environment offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and overtime opportunities

Company vehicle and fuel cards

Tools, uniform, and PPE provided

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a facilities maintenance or building services role.
• Good working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and multi-trade.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive repairs and planned preventative maintenance across various sites.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical work

Gas work

Multi-trade

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a relevant trade

Tools

Tools provided

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Operatives - Plumbers, Multi-traders, Electrical Engineers, Gas Engineers, Carpenters.

Salary: £40k - £50k per annum, depending on role and experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (On-call rota will apply)

Location: Based in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, North West London, Berkshire and surrounding areas

We are seeking reliable and experienced facilities maintenance operatives to join our team. You will play a key role in ensuring that buildings and facilities are maintained to a high standard across hospitality and retail clients.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive repairs and some planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across various sites
• Undertake plumbing, carpentry, basic electrical tasks, gas tasks, multi-trade, and general building fabric maintenance tasks
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at all times
• Keep accurate records of work completed and materials used
• Liaise with clients and internal teams

Requirements

• Proven experience in a facilities maintenance or building services role
• Good working knowledge of trade - carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, gas work, multi-trade, etc.
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a relevant trade (preferred)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and time management skills

Desirable

• Experience working in commercial Retail and Hospitality environments (e.g. shops, restaurants, pubs, etc.)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle and fuel cards
• Tools, uniform, and PPE provided
• Pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment

How to Apply

If you are a skilled and proactive operative with a passion for quality maintenance work, we want to hear from you.