General Operative​/Handyperson

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a General Operative/Handyperson to join our NRS Account in NRS Harwell, 10 Rutherford Ave, Didcot OX11 0DF
– This role will be based on site.

The hours of work will be 37 hours per week.

Week 1 - 7:45 - 5:00pm Monday to Thursday
Friday - 7:45 - 12:15pm

Week 2:

Week 1 - 7:45 - 5:00pm Monday to Thursday

Friday - Off.

You will need a full UK driving licence for this role (company van will be provided).

• 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 ensure optimum conditions are achieved.
• Address any acute internal issues, e.g., blocked drains, toilets, minor spillages.
• Painting and decorating as agreed and directed by management.
• Reporting of breakdowns/fault.
• Be aware of the business continuity plan for the part of the business you work in.
• Manual handling ability.
• Painting/Decorating.
• Carpentry.
• Plumbing.
• Tiling.
• 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.

• Previous maintenance experience working in a commercial environment.
• General handyman skills in joinery, painting and basic repair tasks.
• Flexible & willing to carry out duties which are not specific to your trade.
• Hold a full clean driving licence.
• Relevant professional qualifications – time served apprenticeship, C&G or equivalent (desirable).
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and safe working practices; all mandatory safety training will be given, and specialist training such as IPAF and PASMA will be offered.
• Understanding of toolbox talks, permit to work procedures and safe systems of working.
• Strong customer care focus.

BPSS security clearance required.

• Enjoy a competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Training opportunities, including fully funded leadership programmes.
• Holidays: enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension: generous scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits: customise with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2
  
  Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive discounts via online portal.
• Give back to community: two social impact days per year.
• Family-friendly policies for new parents or caregivers.
• Membership of affinity networks supporting diverse communities.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates. We are a disability confident leader and guarantee an interview to candidates with a disability who meet the minimum requirements for the role. All suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age, are encouraged to apply.