General Building Operative

Role Overview

Amey invites applications for a dedicated General Building Operative to join their team based in Berkeley, Gloucestershire. This permanent full-time position offers a 37.5-hour workweek spanning Monday to Thursday, with Fridays off. Salary ranges between £26,020 and £33,110 yearly depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate in a team environment to perform general building maintenance tasks and assist skilled tradespeople on site.
• Provide professional support services including escorting contractors where necessary.
• Execute various DIY tasks such as decorating interiors, mounting notice boards, constructing furniture, and repairing items throughout the premises.
• Inspect appliances, fixtures, and the general environment to ensure functionality and promptly report any defects to the Team Leader.
• Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping standards, including litter collection and landscaping duties around the grounds as needed.
• Carry out additional facilities management duties as directed by the team manager.

Candidate Requirements

• Enthusiasm to develop new skills relevant to building maintenance and operations.
• Effective team collaboration skills and strong time management abilities.
• Relevant certification such as a CITB qualification or NVQ trade certificate.
• Proven hands-on experience in general building maintenance and DIY tasks.

Security and Work Environment

• The position is located within a nuclear restoration site requiring operation in controlled zones.
• Applicants must be willing to work in regulated environments and obtain Baseline Personal Security clearance, with full support provided by employer.

Benefits and Work Culture

• Competitive salary package.
• Entitlement to 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase additional leave.
• Robust pension plan.
• Flexible benefits scheme including Cycle2Work, insurance options, and gym discounts.
• Access to retail and lifestyle discount programs.
• Two paid Social Impact days annually.
• Commitment to family-friendly and inclusive workplace policies.

About the Employer

Amey is a service provider managing operations in complex and regulated sectors such as nuclear, defence, justice, and transport across the UK. Their Nuclear Restoration Services support critical national infrastructure by ensuring safe, compliant, and secure sites.

Diversity and Accessibility

Amey fosters an inclusive work environment welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourages applications irrespective of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. They are a disability confident employer guaranteeing interviews to qualified disabled applicants and provide assistance throughout the recruitment process for individuals requiring accommodations.

Additional Information

Applications may close early upon reaching sufficient candidates; prompt application is recommended. For access needs or recruitment support, candidates should contact the recruitment team via email.