General Building Operative

Role Overview

We are looking for a dedicated on-site General Building Operative to join our team at HMP Leicester. This role supports His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service by ensuring that planned and emergency maintenance operations are conducted safely, compliantly, and efficiently to maintain secure prison facilities.

Work Schedule & Compensation

The position involves working 39 hours weekly across seven days with a rota requiring weekend shifts on a one-in-three basis, accompanied by a 15% weekend allowance. The base annual salary for this role is £28,792.

Primary Duties

• Collaborate with team members to perform general maintenance and assist skilled trade personnel on site.
• Deliver professional support to service requests, including escorting contractors within the prison as necessary.
• Engage in DIY tasks such as decorating, mounting notice boards, assembling furniture, and repairing various prison assets.
• Inspect appliances, fixtures, and surroundings to ensure operational integrity and report defects to the Team Leader promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness and order, including litter collection and landscaping duties around the grounds when required.
• Carry out all other facilities management responsibilities as directed by management.
• Contribute to local and organizational zero carbon initiatives in a strategic, efficient manner where applicable.
• Uphold health and safety standards throughout the contract operations.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in general maintenance and DIY activities.
• Valid CITB certification or an equivalent qualification.
• Motivation to acquire new skills and knowledge.
• Aptitude for effective teamwork and cooperation.

Applicants must be prepared to undergo prison security clearance, with support provided during the process.

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive salary with potential for annual reviews reflecting performance.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to comprehensive training including leadership development programs fully funded by the company.
• A minimum of 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional leave days.
• Generous pension scheme with extra employer contributions.
• Flexible benefits program including insurance options, Cycle2Work scheme, and discounted gym memberships.
• Exclusive access to an online portal offering discounts on retail, healthcare, and other services.
• Two annual Social Impact Days dedicated to volunteering and charitable activities.
• Supportive family-friendly policies for new parents and caregivers.
• Membership opportunities in affinity networks promoting diversity and community within the organization.

About the Employer

The company is a global infrastructure consultancy and operations partner specializing in the design, delivery, safeguarding, and maintenance of critical infrastructure. They support civic, transport, and defense projects through integrated expertise in engineering, finance, and operational management.

Diversity & Inclusion

A commitment to inclusivity is central to their recruitment process, welcoming candidates from varied backgrounds regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. The organization is a disability confident leader and ensures guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants with disabilities.

Additional Information

Applications may close early upon receipt of sufficient candidates; early submission is encouraged.
Interested individuals can reach out to the recruitment team to discuss any accessibility needs or reasonable adjustments during the hiring process.