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168,000+ live jobsGeneral Operative/Handyperson
On-site in Stockton-on-Tees·Added today (last checked 26 Oct)
Our summary
- Salary
- £27,426 a year
About £1,940 a month after tax.
- Work mode
- On-site, Stockton-on-Tees
- Closing date
- Apply by Monday 9 November
- Holiday
- 24 days holiday + bank holidays
- Commute
- Cycle to work scheme
Skills
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Practical experience of DIY, general maintenance or basic building work.
- Good time-management and organisational skills.
- A proactive approach and willingness to learn new skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively with tradespeople, contractors and the wider site team.
- The ability to follow instructions, security procedures and safe working practices.
- Experience of working across a large or operationally complex site would be advantageous.
We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.
If you have most but not all of these skills and experiences, we encourage you to apply. We may be able to offer development or training to support your growth.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
The salary is £27,426 per annum.
Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are right for you.
- Remuneration: Enjoy a competitive annual salary, with the potential for yearly reviews.
- Career growth: Explore progression opportunities into positions such as General Building Operative or General Building Engineer.
- Training opportunities: Access comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programmes tailored to your development.
- Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
- Pension: Benefit from a pension scheme with contributions from Amey.
- Flexible benefits: Customise your benefits with options including insurance benefits, the Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
- Exclusive discounts: Access an online portal offering discounts from retailers, healthcare services and more.
- Community impact: Receive two Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
- Family-friendly policies: Support for new parents and colleagues who care for a dependant.
- Affinity Networks: Join networks that connect, support and inspire diverse communities across Amey.
- On-Site: access to free parking, use of gym, catering facilities.
The role
General Operative/Handyperson
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent General Operative/Handyperson working on-site at HMP Holme House.
What you'll do
- Complete general maintenance and handyperson tasks across the site.
- Escort contractors around the establishment, following all relevant site and security requirements.
- Work alongside tradespeople to support the safe and efficient completion of maintenance activities.
- Help maintain a safe, clean and well-functioning environment.
- Respond positively to changing priorities and support wider facilities management duties as directed by the team manager.
How you'll work
Your working times will be:
- Monday to Thursday: 07:30-16:00
- Friday: 07:30-15:00
- No weekend working
Security clearance
Prison Security Clearance, including a standard DBS, will be required for this position. Amey will support the successful candidate through the clearance process.
Why join Amey?
At Amey, we work on long-term, stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation and enabling them to shine.
Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or bringing established professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.
What we do
We advise, design, finance, deliver and enhance civic, transport and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
To find out more, visit amey.co.uk/careers.
Apply today
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible.
Hiring process
3 steps2 interviewsa task to dono fixed timeframe in all
Application
Psychometric testing
Not every role
Used where the role requires it.
Competency-based interview
The Resourcing team briefs you beforehand.
Assessment centre
Not every role
Used where the role requires it.
- No fixed timeframe for the selection process.
- Feedback is available to every candidate who attends an interview.
- Interview travel expenses are not reimbursed.
About Amey
- Industry
- Infrastructure Engineering
- Headquarters
- Birmingham, UK
In their own words
About the company & team
Join our vibrant, inclusive community on Amey's Ministry of Justice account, providing facilities management services that help create safe, clean and efficient prison environments.
You will be part of the on-site team at HMP Holme House, carrying out general maintenance, supporting skilled tradespeople and escorting contractors safely around the establishment. Your work will help the site operate smoothly while supporting the delivery of essential services.
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect and maintain critical assets and systems.
Additional information
At Amey, we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we are proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process.
Location
Amey · TS18 2QU
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