Handyperson
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Position Overview & Specifications
Description
JOB TITLE: Fabric Maintenance Operative
LOCATION: The Oracle, Reading
SHIFT PATTERN: Mon-Fri 7-4;
- 1 in 4 weeks cover late shift 11.30-8.30,
- 1 in 4 weeks cover weekend (same week as above) – Get 2.5 days back in lieu before covering weekend.
SALARY: £30,000 per annum
ROLE OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE
This role is a non-technical role to provide support to the site engineers. Primarily for the daily reactive help desk, monitoring incoming works and seeing through to completion and close-off. Duties will include escorting sub-contractors; minor PPM works and assisting with routine daily tasks/minor maintenance activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- To carry out planned and reactive maintenance as instructed by the Contract Manager. Including, but not limited to painting, joinery, minor building repairs, and other general duties in support of the rest of the team.
- To close / update completed PPM tasks on the site computerised maintenance system.
- Ensure standards of workmanship are maintained in order to maximise the operation effectiveness and reliability of the building and associated systems.
- To assist specialist subcontractors requirements both for PPM and reactive works.
- To ensure company QA and site procedures are adhered to in all aspects.
- Ensure Company & Site, Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times.
- Maintain accurate site records/documentation in association with all site works.
- To inspect the condition of services and proactively deal with call-outs/repairs as required, and requested by management
- Attend site emergencies, outside of normal working hours.
- Carry out tasks within typical building environments and at high level, working from platforms and ladders. All access and PPE will be provided
- Keep and maintain all company issued tools in a safe and serviceable manner.
- To proactively work towards the continued success and support of the contract with a positive approach.
- Comply with Integral’s Health, Safety and Environmental procedures, as detailed in the site plans.
- Complete any other associated task requested by the management.
- This job description sets out the main duties of the post at the date when it was completed. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Resides geographically near to job site and available for call out
- Logical thinker in fault finding situations
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working within a team environment. Able to contribute to group success whilst willingly following instructions of others.
- Able to work unsupervised
- Self motivated
- Adaptable and flexible approach to work requirements, willing to accept change.
- Customer focused
- Willing to volunteer help
Desirable
- Time served apprenticeship or equivalent
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Building & Personnel Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Handyperson roles across ABM's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Building & Personnel Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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