Semi-Skilled Maintenance Operative

Location Reading
Job Type Contract
Salary £25703 - £29435 per annum
Reference SSEGJP00001598(1)_1669063505

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.

SSE Facilities Management department is looking to recruit a Maintenance Operative for Reading/Thatcham to provide a service to the Company's corporate sites in respect of maintenance/service/repairs and installation of a variety of basic building services. You must be able to demonstrate previous handyman/maintenance experience, be able to achieve the highest level of customer service, work under pressure, possess a flexible approach and be prepared to travel. Have basic functional knowledge of Air Handling Units, Air Conditioning systems, Generators, Boilers, UPS systems and Fire alarms.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • To undertake basic maintenance repairs, installation or servicing work as detailed by the FM Maintenance Supervisor/FM Maintenance Manager.
  • To assist with more complex tasks coordinated by team tradesmen/FM Supervisor.
  • To maintain all Company issued equipment in a clean, serviceable, presentable and safe manner.
  • Ensure all Company paperwork is completed accurately and legibly at all times and presented in a timely manner.
  • Participate in the Company's out of hour's emergency standby rota as required.
  • Maintain a professional manner at all times and develop good working relationships with customers and other staff members.
  • To research and prepare lists of required materials and equipment spares to Supervisor for actioning in order 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.
  • Sign off FM work orders ensuring completion within allocated times and return to the helpdesk daily.
  • Carry out minor multi skilled activities within the facilities remit.

Ideal Candidates should possess:

  • Previous experience delivering handyman/maintenance related tasks in a commercial/light industrial environment.
  • Ability to learn/adhere to new processes.
  • Willingness to undertake further training.
  • 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 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 License is desired

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