Title: Mobile General Building Operative Requisition ID: 9233 We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Mobile General Building Operative in the West Midlands. The role will involve travel across the region visiting HMP Hewell and HMP Long Lartin. You will have access to a company van and fuel cad - giving you everything you need to travel between sites without the hassle. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week, 08.00 – 17.00 with an hour earlier finish every Friday. There is a need to work 1 in 3 weekends, but this would be on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary), and part of an on-call rota. Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Ministry of Justice (MoJ) account working on Facilities Management, delivering critical services for prisons that make a real positive impact across the UK. At Amey, we’re supporting our justice client, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by providing them with safe, clean and efficient prisons. By using our facilities management expertise, we help keep 60 secure premises across England and Wales running smoothly. The Mobile General Building Operative plays an important part in working in maintaining secure environments and supporting prison operations. You’ll tackle technical challenges, deliver mission-critical services, and work alongside a team of expert engineers. What You Will Do Work as part of a skilled team to deliver general maintenance tasks and support specialist tradespeople on site. Ensure Health & Safety standards are met across all activities, following best practice and compliance requirements. Provide professional assistance to staff and contractors, including escorting duties when required. Carry out practical DIY tasks such as decorating, hanging notice boards, assembling furniture, and repairing items around the prison. Inspect appliances, fittings, and the general environment to ensure everything is in good working order, reporting defects promptly to the Team Leader. Support zero-carbon initiatives by working strategically and efficiently to reduce environmental impact. Maintain good housekeeping standards, including litter picking and landscaping around the grounds when needed. Assist with other facilities management duties as directed by your team manager. What You Will Bring Solid experience in DIY/ general building maintenance. CITB relevant certification or equivalent. Willingness to learn new skills. Ability to work well in a team. Full UK driving licence. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. If you have most but not all these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply, as we may be able to offer development or training to support you. Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process). Why join Amey? At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you. Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions. Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities. Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth. 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 from Amey. 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 within Amey. About Amey We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come. To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers 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. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process. Apply today We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible Inspiring Impact Together