General Building Operative

Overview

Perform general maintenance and support trades in HMP Featherstone prison.

Key Responsibilities

• appliance checks
• zero carbon
• health safety
• diy repairs
• escort service
• maintenance support

Tasks

-Check appliances, fittings and general environment are in good working order and all defects reported to Team Leader. -This role will also support both 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. -Complete tasks associated with DIY such as Decorating, hanging notice boards, building furniture, repair of items around the prison. -Provide a professional assistance service to those requesting support including contractor escorting duties when required. -Work in a team to provide general maintenance tasks and support tradespeople on site.

Requirements

• teamwork
• affinity networks
• citb certification
• housekeeping
• diy maintenance

What You Bring

-Ability to work well in a team. -Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey. -CITB relevant certification or equivalent. -General good housekeeping, including litter picking and landscaping around the grounds if required. -Solid experience in DIY/ general building maintenance.

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Benefits

-Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days. -Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant. -Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions. -Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter. -Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth. -Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities. -Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities. -Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey. -Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.

About Amey

-Headquartered in London, delivers full lifecycle solutions across roads, rail, facilities, and utilities. -Blends data-driven consulting with large-scale delivery, advising on analytics, asset condition, and digital platforms. -Typical projects include major highway improvements, railway electrification, signalling renewals, complex facilities upkeep, and public-sector estate upgrades. -Consulting arm advises on strategic asset management for clients like Network Rail and MTA’s Long Island Rail Road, with operations in North America and Australia. -A standout example is a Birmingham highways turnaround, demonstrating ability to navigate challenges for resilient, long-term infrastructure outcomes. -From restoring historic bridges to optimizing EV charging networks in Manchester via bespoke data models, brings creativity and engineering rigour to projects.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-prison security clearance required (amey will support the process).