Labourer

OCS; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-Winning Employer

Digital Learning

Retail Perks (Wagestream)

Professional Growth

Flexible Pay

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking an enthusiastic maintenance assistant to join a multi-disciplined team on site. You will perform routine and planned maintenance across buildings, with training provided for elevated work platforms and stair tower installations.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient work practices, accurate invoicing, and high workmanship standards. A valid driving licence and willingness to progress in HSE training are required, with on-call flexibility and commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Semi-skilled would be an advantage.
• Experience in building work would be an advantage.
• General awareness of Health & Safety regulation.
• Knowledge of permit to work system.
• Willing to undertake Health & Safety training.
• Must have a valid full driving licence.
• Willing to work towards IOSH Managing Safely.
• Flexible approach to working hours – on-call roster.

Responsibilities

• Routine planned maintenance tasks as directed by Site Manager/Supervisor.
• Operate MEWP as directed.
• Operate forklift as directed.
• Install and dismantle pasma/stair towers (training provided).
• Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed to the expected standard.
• Care and proper use of building maintenance equipment and tools.
• Ensure spares and materials are used cost-effectively.
• Support other team members and maintain safety compliance.
• Attend safety briefs and adhere to rules.

Skills

Semi-skilled

Building work experience

Health & Safety

Permit to work

IOSH (training)

Driving licence

On-call flexibility

Job description

Working Pattern

shifts available as 4 on + 4 off ( 10h a day shifts) or Mon-Friday 7:30am - 4pm

About The Role

OCS are looking for an enthusiastic and capable individual to form a key part of the team. Provide general maintenance support as part of a multi-disciplined team. This role covers both reactive and planned preventative maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Routine planned maintenance tasks as directed by Site Manager / Supervisor, covering all buildings within the site and to include pest proofing works, painting, unskilled carpentry work, small plumbing works
• Operate MEWP as directed
• Operate Forklift as directed
• Install and dismantle pasma/stair towers (training to be provided)
• To ensure that all relevant paperwork is completed satisfactorily and to the expected standard
• To be responsible for the care and proper use of building maintenance equipment and tools
• Ensure that spares and materials are used in a cost effective manner
• Support other team members
• To undertake all duties in a safe, tidy and responsible manner in accordance with H&S requirements
• To carry out other duties as may be reasonably requested from time to time by site management or the client
• Completion of quotes including labour plus parts and each task's priority is met
• Ensure all works are correctly allocated and produced accurately for invoicing purposes
• Manage your own workload and work efficiently
• Comply with the client's company rules and maintain a high standard of discipline
• Provide high standard of workmanship at all times Safety
• Attend all relevant training and safety briefs
• Adhere to company, client and regulatory safety rules
• Work in a safe manner at all times
• Participate in safe culture practices and play active part in promoting good safety practices

Personal Specification

• Semi-skilled would be an advantage
• Experience in building work would be an advantage
• General awareness of Health & Safety regulation
• Knowledge of permit to work system
• Knowledge of associated building maintenance equipment and tools would be an advantage
• Able to undertake training and development where required
• Undertaken relevant Health & Safety training
• Must be able to work under own initiative and keen to develop
• Valid full driving licence
• Willing to work towards IOSH Managing Safely
• Flexible approach to working hours - will be included on call out roster

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

• Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
• Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
• Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
• Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
• Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)

We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.