Maintenance Operative

Permanent
HMP Barlinnie, HMP Low Moss
B
£18,975-£20,805
Closing date
09/10/2020, 12:00
All Hours required
Full-Time - 37 Hours

We are currently recruiting permanent Maintenance Operatives to work within HMP Barlinnie (Glasgow) and HMP Low Moss (Bishopbriggs). As a Maintenance Operative you will carry out basic routine planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and repair tasks to support the area Estates team. This will be carried out to pre set timescales, technical direction and standards.

  • Working Monday to Friday
  • 34 days annual leave per year (increasing to 42 days per year after 5 years)
  • Free gym and car parking
  • Pension scheme wth generous employer contributions
  • Discounts at high street stores, supermarkets and restaurants
  • Plus a range of other benefits

Successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks which include an Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check, medical assessment, and references.

Reserve candidates may be identified and considered for other vacancies which arise in locations across central Scotland.

Responsibilities
Undertake routine work such as minor repair tasks on electrical, plumbing, building equipment and painting work.
Supported by the engineering team, you will carry out allocated tasks and be trained in electrical appliance testing, inspecting fire systems, equiptment maintenance testing and inspection.
Maintaning a safe and healthy working environment and reporting any dangers/deficiencies.
Carry out external grounds maintenance throughout the year (including winter grounds maintenance and gritting where you may be asked to work outwith your normal working hours (on-call) ). You will be trained to operate grounds maintenance plant and equipment, maintaining stock levels of essential materials required to fully maintain the external roads, footpaths, grassed areas, hedgerows and beds.
Assisting with the escorting of specialist external contractors when required.
Person Specification

SPS recruitment and selection practice is based on the fundamentals of our Behavioural Competency Framework. This identifies behaviours and standards required both of applicants seeking to join us, and our staff in their respective roles. Assessment of specific behaviours, of which there are twelve, will be determined by the role you are applying for. Whilst it is unlikely you will be assessed on all of them , you will be assessed on these identified as key to role.

Qualifications Requirements

Minimum of two National 5's, including Maths and English or equivalent qualifications or relevant experience of practical or manual working.

ESSENTIAL

Full Driving Licence that enables the person to drive in the UK, however SPS is willing to consider proposals put forward by applicants to carry out the duties by any other means.

ESSENTIAL

Experience Requirements

Skills and experience in using and handling tools and equipment; please provide examples of your experience.

ESSENTIAL




Experience in carrying out basic engineering maintenance, repair tasks, grounds maintenance and painting; please provide examples of your experience.


DESIRABLE


 

Knowledge Skills Requirements

A basic understanding of Health and Safety in the workplace

ESSENTIAL

Be able to work as part of a team; please provide examples.

ESSENTIAL

Positive attitude towards training and learning new skills; please provide examples.

ESSENTIAL

Have a flexible approach to a wide variety of tasks.

ESSENTIAL

Cognitive Ability Test
Interview
Vacancy Information Booklets:

This opportunity is closed to applications.