Facilities Operative

Salary

Up to £28,072.84 per annum

Full time – Permanent, 40 hrs per week, Monday to Friday

Livingston

You will be part of our Facilities Management (FM) team, delivering a range of Hard, Soft, and Grounds Maintenance services to our clients. This is a key role in ensuring that maintenance, compliance, cleaning, and grounds tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard. You will support the day‑to‑day operations of a school site, carrying out tasks such as setting up tables and chairs for lunch service, replacing locks, and performing general maintenance to ensure the smooth running of the facility.

In addition, you will be responsible for statutory compliance duties for Mears Group, including flushing taps, checking boiler functionality, and undertaking manual handling tasks when required. All work will be carried out in line with agreed protocols and time frames, contributing to a safe, clean, and well‑maintained environment for staff, students, and visitors. The ideal candidate will be hardworking, pro‑active, and possess good time‑keeping and organisational skills, along with a positive can‑do attitude.

• Experience in general maintenance tasks, including basic repairs and upkeep
• Previous experience working within a Facilities Management (FM) environment
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work to agreed protocols and time frames
• Willingness to work weekends and participate in a rota‑based schedule
• Capable of working independently or collaboratively as part of a wider team
• Good written and verbal communication skills for reporting and liaising with site staff
• Understanding of statutory compliance duties (e.g. flushing taps, boiler checks)
• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks safely
• Basic knowledge of cleaning standards and techniques for communal and specialist areas
• Ability to use cleaning equipment and tools safely and effectively
• Comfortable setting up rooms for school activities (e.g. tables and chairs for lunch service)
• Awareness of health and safety regulations and safe working practices
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards of service
• Positive attitude and professional approach when interacting with staff, students, and visitors
• Willingness to undertake training and develop new skills across Hard, Soft, and Grounds Maintenance
• Ability to identify and report faults, hazards, or maintenance issues promptly
• Experience working in school or public building environments
• Basic IT literacy for logging tasks or completing compliance records

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual Mears Fun Day – our annual fun day is organized as a massive thank‑you from the executive team for all the hard work
• Volunteering Leave – Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards – discounts of up to 10% on weekly groceries, holidays, eye‑test vouchers, Share Save scheme, and more
• Family‑friendly policies
• Access to EAP counselling sessions

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK. Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.