Maintenance Tradesperson

About the Role:

As the sole agency supplier to the HM Prison Service for the provision of maintenance trades and support operatives, Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited is seeking to recruit a Maintenance Handyperson for HMYOI Wetherby. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the prison service and can often lead to permanent opportunities.

Your New Role:

As part of the Works Department, you will be responsible for both reactive repairs and planned and preventative maintenance. Currently, the Prison has several refurbishment and general day-to-day maintenance projects underway. As such, the prison requires a general handyperson who can complete general tasks such as assisting other trades, putting up signage, general basic painting and carpentry duties, using drills and hand tools, and fire alarm/emergency lighting checks. You will be required to complete and pass a security clearance prior to starting the position.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist other trades in completing maintenance tasks
Complete general tasks such as putting up signage and painting
Use drills and hand tools for various tasks
Conduct fire alarm and emergency lighting checks

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Previous experience in a prison/public sector is not required for this role. The nature of the role requires candidates to be security conscious and able to challenge potential compromises and risks. You will also need to be reliable and consistent, level-headed, and have exceptional interpersonal skills. Full training on working within a prison is provided by the establishment/department. You must be able to pass a full prison security clearance and enhanced DBS (if required).

Requirements:

Hold a valid passport or full birth certificate and photo driving license in your current address
Provide proof of National Insurance and proof of address dated in the past 3 months
Be able to provide details of at least 2 satisfactory employment references

What to Do Next:

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