Mobile Technical Operative - Fabric

EQUANS are looking for a Mobile Technical Operative (Fabric) – this role will be covering Leicester and Northampton areas for our HMCTS contract. There will be 13 courts covered across the area including Magistrates, Combined Courts, Tribunal Buildings etc. This role would be a permanent full‑time role working 40 hours per week – overtime is also available. On offer is a competitive salary of £28,500, a company van, additional training/qualifications and benefits package.

The primary purpose of the role is to carry out both planned and reactive maintenance on a wide variety of Fabric and limited Engineering Assets, ensuring all activities are completed in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with the contracted output specifications and Equans processes and procedures. This includes Legionella control and monitoring activities.

• Inspect/repair floor, walls, ceilings and roofs, free standing and fitted furniture, doors (Inc. Fire Doors), windows and associated furniture.
• Inspect/clear drainage and gully systems, unblock toilets and sinks.
• Painting, re‑decorating and hanging of pictures/signed/notices.
• Carry out ad‑hoc activities supporting Equans and client team including moves/changes.
• Ensure that reactive tasks throughout the sites are completed and be proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made.
• Ensure that suitable consumables are available to carry out both maintenance and reactive works. Provide parts lists and estimated timescales to carry out remedial works.
• Ensure that all relevant paperwork/CAFM is completed accurately regarding planned and reactive activities and that it is passed without delay to the contract administrator/Helpdesk.
• Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared and used for all tasks undertaken to ensure safe working practices.
• Develop a good working relationship with all members of Equans staff, subcontractors and the client representatives.
• Ensure the provision of a Safe and Healthy working environment. Include the wearing of uniform and PPE at all times.
• Ensure the professional image of Equans is presented to clients at all times.
• Ensure that all plant rooms under the responsibility of Equans are kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• Supervise and monitor sub‑contractors’ works while they are on site carrying out associated Fabric tasks.
• Arrange and provide holiday and sickness cover at short notice and be flexible in working patterns.
• Undertake lone working when and where required, subject to passing satisfactory training.
• Ensure assigned tasks are actioned and completed as appropriate, with awareness and compliance to the contractual KPI’s/SLA’s.
• Provide support in emergency situations to ensure business and operational continuity.

• Respond in a timely manner to verbal and written requests.
• Production of information for quotations.

• Support the Helpdesk as required when reporting or updating planned and reactive activities.
• Be available for out of hours call‑out support for the contract if required.

• To gain Technical Appointments as required e.g. LVCP and Water Hygiene CP to permit lamp changing and L8 activities e.g. tap flushing.
• Produce Condition / Dilapidation Reports as required for fabric assets.
• Ensure supervisor is informed immediately if dangerous circumstances occur.

• Comply with requests for information from SHEQ manager.
• Ensure you work to company health and safety policy.
• Ensure PPE is safe to use.
• Report accident and near misses in a timely manner.
• Ensure your test equipment is within calibration.
• Follow Method Statements & Risk Assessments for all works.

Working to a high standard of Building Maintenance, we require a fully reliable and competent Fabric Tech who can work on own initiative, within a team or oversee subcontractor’s, producing high quality reports on their findings and work.

• The successful candidate will have the ability to work unaided and build rapport with end users and customers, promoting EQUANS’ values.
• Have an excellent knowledge of carpentry and/or painting/decorating techniques.
• Have an eye for detail and be…