General Maintenance Operative – Painting and Decorating

Job Overview

This role involves delivering painting and maintenance services across the prison, ensuring compliance with safety and contractual requirements, coordinating with engineers, and supporting 24/7 operations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver painting schedule across the prison on internal and external areas across an agreed period
• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance, when requested, across prison fabric and building services assets
• Complete PPM and helpdesk tasks in line with contract requirements and SHE standards
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, permit‑to‑work, statutory, and site‑specific regulations
• Liaise with engineers and subcontractors, maintaining a strong understanding of site systems and services
• Accurately complete all maintenance documentation and support 24/7 site operations via shift rota and call‑out

Qualifications

• Recognised Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in painting or building services or multi‑skilled maintenance (e.g., NVQ Level 3, C&G/BTEC, HVAC, Gas, F‑Gas, 18th Edition)
• Proven experience providing painting & decorating and/or general maintenance services within a large, complex environment
• Practical knowledge across building services disciplines including heating, ventilation, electrical distribution, and public health systems
• Basic to intermediate IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Proactive, flexible team player with strong communication skills, high integrity, and a can‑do attitude

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a new‑build, modern custodial facility
• Full training and development provided where applicable
• Inclusive and supportive workplace welcoming veterans, career‑changers, and diverse backgrounds
• Role contributes to safety, rehabilitation and positive social impact
• Stable employment in a 24/7 operational environment

Additional Requirements (Security & Vetting)

• Right to work in the UK with valid, in‑date documentation
• Continuous UK residency for the past 3 years, with limited overseas travel
• Successful completion of Enhanced DBS, 5‑year referencing, and CTC vetting
• Applicants must not be currently bankrupt

Mitie is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

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