Facilities Operative

V85103512

£29,000 - £35,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Worcestershire, Worcestershire

Engineering And Technical

Posted 13 days ago

Expires In 16 Days

Job Description

Vox Consultants are currently recruiting for a Facilities Operative.
The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week, across 7 days as a 1 in 3 weekend shift pattern is in place, which comes with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary.
What you will do:

Carry out general maintenance tasks including painting, decorating, furniture repairs, and DIY duties.
Support groundskeeping activities such as grass cutting, hedge trimming, litter picking, and landscaping.
Assist tradespeople and contractors on site, including escorting and safety checks.
Manage waste and recycling processes, ensuring environmental compliance and cleanliness.
Operate tools and equipment safely, including light plant machinery and cutting tools.
Maintain sports and recreational areas, including artificial pitch upkeep and drainage works.
Ensure health and safety standards are met across all tasks and areas.
Contribute to sustainability and zero carbon initiatives within the prison environment.

What you will bring:

Solid experience in DIY, general building maintenance, and groundskeeping duties.
Understanding of Health & Safety legislation, with a safety-conscious and compliant approach.
Relevant certifications (e.g. CITB, weed spraying, chainsaw operation).
Ability to work well in a team, follow instructions, and maintain a professional, client-focused attitude.
Willingness to learn new skills and work flexibly, including alongside prisoners in a secure environment.

Benefits:

Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions.
Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

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