General Building Operative

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an on-site General Building Operative in HMP Whatton. The standard hours of work are 39 hours per week (across 7 days where a weekend shift pattern is in place). There is a need to work 1 in 3 weekends on a rota basis (and with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary).

The base salary is £28,792. At Amey, we support our justice client, HMPPS, by providing safe, clean, and efficient prisons.

• Work in a team to provide general maintenance tasks and support tradespeople on site.
• Provide a professional assistance service to those requesting support including contractor escorting duties when required.
• Complete tasks associated with DIY such as decorating, hanging notice boards, building furniture, and repair of items around the prison.
• Check appliances, fittings and general environment are in good working order and all defects reported to the Team Leader.
• General good housekeeping, including litter picking and landscaping around the grounds if required.
• All other FM duties as required directed by the team manager.
• This role will also support local and business zero‑carbon programmes, working towards zero carbon in a strategic and lean manner as and where it is appropriate.
• Responsible for ensuring H&S standards are achieved across the contract.

• Solid experience in DIY/general building maintenance.
• CITB relevant certification or equivalent.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

• Competitive annual salary with potential yearly reviews.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Training opportunities, including fully funded leadership programmes.
• At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy further days.
• Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits such as insurance, Cycle2
  
  Work scheme, and discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive discounts through an online portal.
• Two social impact days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
• Family friendly policies for new parents or those caring for a dependant.
• Membership of our affinity networks supporting diverse communities.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. As a disability confident leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss any access needs or reasonable adjustments you may require.

Apply as soon as possible; we may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.