General Maintenance Operative
We are looking for a proactive and skilled General Maintenance Operative to join our Facilities team. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day maintenance and smooth running of our client’s site, ensuring a safe, well-maintained, and operational environment at all times.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out general planned and reactive maintenance across the site.
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Complete daily work orders within agreed timeframes and according to SLA requirements.
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Maintain accurate logs of completed and outstanding work using the site’s maintenance system.
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Assist with small installation works, repairs, and general handyman duties.
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Support the safe management and escorting of contractors, ensuring adherence to all site safety standards.
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Identify maintenance issues and escalate them appropriately to supervisors or management.
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Participate in safety and technical training as required.
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Provide cover for colleagues during holidays, training, or absence.
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Conduct basic condition assessments of equipment and report any issues.
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Ensure compliance with all statutory, company, and client safety procedures.
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Assist with sourcing materials and supplies for maintenance activities.
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Maintain clear communication with the client and management team, including reporting incidents or out-of-line situations.
Experience, Qualifications & Skills
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Experience in a maintenance, building services, or facilities support role.
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Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical, or building systems (formal qualifications desirable but not essential).
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Ability to work independently with a flexible, hands-on approach.
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Strong customer service and communication skills.
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Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
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Good understanding of health & safety and permit-to-work systems (training can be provided).
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Ability to read basic technical drawings is an advantage.
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Basic IT skills and ability to use maintenance systems (training provided).
Accountabilities
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Reports to the Site Supervisor or Contract Manager.
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No direct line management responsibilities.
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Responsible for maintaining appropriate stock levels of tools, consumables, and materials