Title: General Operative/Handyperson
Requisition ID: 11307
Location: NRS Harwell, 10 Rutherford Ave, Didcot OX11 0DF – This role will be based on site.
Hours: 37 hours per week. Week 1: 7:45 – 5:00 pm Monday–Thursday, Friday 7:45 – 12:15 pm. Week 2: Monday–Thursday 7:45 – 5:00 pm, Friday off.
What You Will Do
* Carry out general portering, cleaning, grounds maintenance, decorating duties as requested by the client via the Amey Management team.
* Carry out routine checks on plant and equipment to enforce optimum conditions.
* Address any acute internal issues, e.g. blocked drains, toilets, minor spillages.
* Painting and decorating as agreed and directed by management.
* Reporting of breakdowns/faults.
* Be aware of the business continuity plan for the part of the business you work in.
* Manual handling ability.
* Carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and painting/decorating skills.
* Assist with planned maintenance.
* Assist with minor building fabric repairs.
* Assist with routine water hygiene.
* Assist with minor electrical repairs.
* Assist with grounds maintenance activities as and when required.
* Experience in all aspects of groundwork, brickwork, concreting and hard and soft landscaping.
What You Will Bring
* Previous maintenance experience working in a commercial environment.
* General handyman skills (joinery, painting and basic repair tasks).
* Flexibility to carry out duties which are not specific to your trade.
* Full clean driving licence.
* Relevant professional qualifications – time served apprenticeship, C&G or equivalent (desirable).
* Knowledge of Health & Safety & safe working practices; all mandatory Safety training will be given, with specialist training such as IPAF and PASMA offered.
* Understanding of toolbox talks, Permit to Work procedures and safe systems of working.
* Flexibility over working hours (may be required to work evenings and weekends to ensure work is coordinated / completed).
* Strong customer care focus.
* BPSS security clearance (required for this role).
Benefits
* Competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews.
* Career growth and advancement opportunities.
* Comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programmes tailored to personal growth.
* 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy further days.
* Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
* Flexible benefits – customisable options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
* Exclusive discounts via online portal.
* Two social impact days per year for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
* Family‑friendly policies for new parents or those providing care for a dependant.
* Membership of our Affinity Networks supporting diverse communities within Amey.
Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine. As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
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