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Mobile General Maintenance Operative

EQUANS
Newport
3 days ago
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Equans is recruiting for a Mobile General Maintenance Operative on the HMCTS contract based at Newport Crown Court covering other sites across the surrounding area. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and in addition you will receive an excellent benefits package.

What will you deliver?

Inspect, maintain, and repair building fabric components including floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, doors, windows, furniture, and drainage systems.


Undertake Legionella control duties such as tap temperature checks and flushing.
Carry out painting, redecoration, and minor carpentry tasks, including hanging signage and notices.
Perform plantroom inspections and AHU filter changes.
Respond to reactive repairs, including leaks, blockages, and toilet issues.
Support engineering staff with various maintenance and repair activities.
Act as first responder for on-site issues, taking immediate steps to make safe.
Escort and monitor contractors performing both hard and soft FM services.
Ensure all work is conducted safely, with appropriate Method Statements and Risk Assessments, PPE, and adherence to Equans safety procedures.
Complete all assigned tasks in line with contractual KPIs and SLAs, updating the CAFM system (e.g., Maximo) with accurate information.
Obtain and maintain relevant technical appointments (e.g., LVCP, Water Hygiene CP) to support lamp changing and L8 compliance.
Supervise the site cleaning team, including managing attendance and performance.
Perform ad hoc cleaning services as required.

What can we offer you?


On offer is a competitive salary, and excellent benefits package, which includes;

Pension Scheme


24days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

 
Who are we looking for?

Would be desirable if you hold an NVQ (or similar) in either Plumbing, Carpentry or Decorating Services.


Demonstrable experience in either carpentry, painting, plumbing or flooring in a construction, repair or maintenance environment.
UK Driving Licence
Due to the nature of the nature of the contract, you will be required to go through an enhanced security vetting process which will include a criminal records check. 


Who are we?


EQUANSis a world leader in energy services with nearly , employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 


EQUANS 13, UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 


EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 


What's next?


If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.


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As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act . 


At Equans were committed to delivering a culture where everyones voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans youll find a welcoming and open workplace where youre supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 


Youll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.


For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.


The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

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