Maintenance Operative

Guidant Global are working in partnership with one of the UK's biggest energy companies, SSE, who are looking for a Maintenance Operative to work at their office in either Reading or Thatcham on an initial 6 month contract, with potential for extension or a permanent role.

SSE Facilities Management department is looking to recruit a Maintenance Operative (Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing bias) to provide a service to the Company's corporate site in respect of maintenance/service/repairs and installation of a variety of building services. The successful person must be multi-skilled with an Electrical, Mechanical or Plumbing base trade qualification. You must be able to demonstrate multi-trade experience within a similar role, able to achieve the highest level of customer service, work under pressure, possess a flexible approach and be prepared to travel. Experience working with Air Handling Units, Air Conditioning, Generators, Boilers, Plumbing, Electrical, UPS and Fire alarm systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To undertake such maintenance repairs, installation or servicing work as detailed by the FM Maintenance Supervisor/FM Maintenance Manager.
• To observe and comply with all SSE work practices and to ensure compliance with the appropriate Health & Safety statutory requirements at all times.
• To maintain all company issued equipment in a clean, serviceable, presentable and kept in a safe manner.
• Ensure all Company paperwork is always completed accurately and legibly and presented in a timely manner.
• Maintain a professional manner at all times and develop good working relationships with stakeholders and other staff members.
• Carry out site inductions, escort and issue permits for 3rd party contractors attending SSE sites to conduct works.
• To research and source materials and equipment spares to facilitate the timely & effective service to our clients.
• Communicate current status of works to our Helpdesk after completion of visit.
• Ensure that work area is maintained in a clean and tidy state and dispose of all waste products in a suitable manner and in line with company procedures.
• Respond in a timely manner to verbal/written and electronic requests.
• Act as first point of contact for the site facilities requirements within the region.
• Sign off FM work orders ensuring completion within allocated times and return to the helpdesk daily.
• Carry out multi skilled activities within the FM remit.

Ideal Candidates should possess:

• Previous experience working in a commercial FM/Maintenance related environment.

• Minimum City & Guilds Level 3 qualified

• Ability to effectively communicate with SSE staff and service providers.
• Ability to show a professional attitude to whatever jobs carried out.
• Ability to support and contribute to M&E and building fabric maintenance.

• A good knowledge of health and safety legislation & requirements.
• Ability to handle tools & equipment correctly and safely.
• Good communication skills.

• Good decision maker and ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Use of Microsoft Office and CAFM Packages.
• Driving licence desired but not essential

Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.