General Building Maintenance Operative

Requisition

HMP Humber, Brough (HU15 2JZ
)

£28,792 + 15% weekend allowance

39 hours per week (rota including 1 in 3 weekends)

• Mon-Thu: 08:00 - 17:00
• Fri-Sun: 08:00 - 16:00
• 1 in 3 weekends (on rota, +15% allowance)

We're looking for a General Building Operative to join our team at HMP Humber, supporting the delivery of essential maintenance services across the site.

You'll carry out general repairs and assist tradespeople to keep the prison running safely and efficiently.

• General maintenance and DIY tasks across site
• Assisting trades (painting, repairs, basic installs)
• Putting up fixtures, building furniture, minor repairs
• Escorting contractors when required
• Checking fittings and reporting defects
• Maintaining clean, safe grounds (including basic outdoor work)

• Experience in general building maintenance or DIY
• Basic trade skills (multi-skilled preferred)
• NVQ / CITB / trade qualification (or equivalent)
• Reliable, team player with a strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn and develop

Prison Security clearance and Standard DBS required (we'll support you).

• Stable, long-term contract
• Supportive team environment
• On-site gym, free parking and catering facilities
• Varied role - no two days the same

• £28,792 basic salary + 15% weekend uplift
• 24 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension with employer contributions
• Career progression
• Full training and development
• Retail discounts, Cycle to Work scheme & more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year

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