About the Role

Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] – the future of high performing places. We're looking for a General Maintenance Operative to support the delivery of safe, compliant, and high‑quality maintenance services at HMP Millsike, a modern custodial facility focused on rehabilitation, restoration, and positive outcomes. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Care & Custody is driven by a bold vision to create environments that empower individuals, promote safety and respect, and support meaningful rehabilitation.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance across prison fabric and building services assets.
• Complete PPM and helpdesk tasks in line with contract requirements and SHE standards.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, permit‑to‑work, statutory, and site‑specific regulations.
• Liaise with engineers and subcontractors, maintaining a strong understanding of site systems and services.
• Accurately complete all maintenance documentation and support 24/7 site operations via shift rota and call‑out.

Required Qualifications

• A recognised Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in building services or multi‑skilled maintenance (e.g. NVQ Level 3, C&G/BTEC, HVAC, Gas, F‑Gas, 18th Edition).
• Proven experience providing general maintenance services within a large, complex environment.
• Practical knowledge across building services disciplines including heating, ventilation, electrical distribution, and public health systems.
• Basic to intermediate IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• A proactive, flexible team player with strong communication skills, high integrity, and a “can‑do” attitude.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to work in a new‑build, modern custodial facility.
• Full training and development provided where applicable.
• Inclusive and supportive workplace welcoming veterans, career‑changers, and diverse backgrounds.
• A role that contributes to safety, rehabilitation, and positive social impact.
• Stable employment in a 24/7 operational environment.

Additional Requirements (Security & Vetting)

• Right to Work in the UK with valid, in‑date documentation.
• Continuous UK residency for the past 3 years, with limited overseas travel.
• Successful completion of Enhanced DBS, 5‑year referencing, and CTC vetting.
• Applicants must not be currently bankrupt.

Benefits at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Our market-leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand, financial wellbeing assistance, flexible lifestyle benefits platform (Choices), high street discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, save-as-you-earn scheme, and a [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Matching Share Plan. We also award employees with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Stars – cash prizes up to £10,000.

How to Apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button on this page. For reasonable adjustments, email Christian Kalugin at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Since 1987, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company. Join our [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Team. Together our diversity makes us stronger.