General Operative/Handyperson
Flecknoe, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 27,426 – GBP 27,426 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- CITB relevant certification or equivalent
- Eligibility
- Candidates from all backgrounds may apply. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements and identify as disabled are guaranteed an interview. Prison Security Clearance is required, with support provided by Amey.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Role overview
Amey is hiring an on-site General Handy Person for HMP Onley. This position supports the maintenance of secure prison facilities by helping ensure work is completed safely, compliantly, and on time.
Working pattern and pay
The role is based on 39 hours each week, spread across seven days because weekend shifts are part of the rota. You will be expected to work 1 in 3 weekends, and this attracts an extra allowance of 15% on basic salary. The annual salary is £27,426.
About the organisation
Amey supports HMPPS by helping provide safe, clean, and efficient prisons. Through its facilities management capability, the company helps keep 60 secure sites across England and Wales operating effectively.
What the job involves
The General Handy Person is a key member of the maintenance function within the prison environment, supporting both planned and reactive tasks in a safe and timely way.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside the maintenance team to complete general repair and upkeep tasks, and support specialist trades on site.
- Carry out a range of facilities management duties as assigned by the team manager.
- Help maintain strong health and safety standards across the contract.
- Support local and wider net-zero carbon initiatives and contribute to sustainability objectives.
Requirements
- Practical background in DIY or general building maintenance.
- Relevant CITB qualification or an equivalent certification.
- Willingness to develop new abilities and take on additional skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Prison Security Clearance will be required, and Amey will assist with this process.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with the possibility of annual pay reviews.
- Clear opportunities for career progression.
- Access to training and development, including fully funded leadership programmes.
- At least 24 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days.
- Pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
- Flexible benefits package, including insurance options, Cycle2Work, and discounted gym membership.
- Discount portal with offers from major retailers, healthcare services, and more.
- Two Social Impact Days per year for volunteering and fundraising.
- Family-friendly policies for parents and carers.
- Membership of Affinity Networks that support and connect diverse communities within Amey.
Additional information
Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds. Amey is a disability-confident leader and guarantees an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements.
If you need access support, reasonable adjustments, or help during recruitment, you can contact the recruitment team at [email protected].
This vacancy may close early if enough applications are received, so applying promptly is advised.
About Amey
Amey is a global infrastructure consultancy and operations partner that designs, delivers, protects, and maintains important assets and systems. The organisation works across civic, transport, and defence sectors, combining engineering, infrastructure finance, strategic insight, and operational knowledge to produce secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the life of both new and existing assets.