Facilities Operative

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys problem-solving and takes pride in keeping facilities running safely and efficiently? Do you enjoy variety in your day, from carrying out repairs and preventative maintenance to supporting site improvements? Looking for a role where no two days are the same?

GXO is currently looking for a Facilities Operative to join our B&Q Distribution Centre in Swindon. Working as part of the facilities team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the site to the highest standards, supporting the smooth running of the operation through planned maintenance, repairs, inspections, and continuous improvement activities. You'll work closely with colleagues, contractors, and site stakeholders to ensure facilities and equipment remain safe, compliant, and operational.

This is a full-time, permanent position, working any 5 days from 7, typically Sunday to Thursday, on a rotating shift pattern of 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00.

Pay, benefits and more

You will be paid a salary of up to £27,108.85 per annum. You'll also receive 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, life assurance and access to our benefits platform, including retail discounts. In addition to our continued focus on internal promotions, over 55% last year!

What you'll do on a typical day

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and minor repairs across the site, helping to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
• Inspect facilities and equipment, identifying faults and supporting root cause investigations where required
• Perform basic maintenance tasks across mechanical, plumbing, and building facilities within your competence
• Support contractors and visitors on-site, including conducting inductions and issuing permits to work
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the operation

What you need to succeed at GXO

• Previous experience within a facilities, maintenance, engineering, or building services role
• Experience using hand and power tools, with a practical approach to repairs and maintenance tasks
• Hold a valid MHE licence and have experience operating material handling equipment safely
• Have a Level 2 qualification in a relevant discipline such as maintenance, plumbing, or electrical engineering, with a Level 3 qualification being advantageous
• Hold an IOSH qualification, or be willing to work towards one, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

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