Maintenance Operative

Maintenance Operative

AASC Wigan

Full time 37.5 hours per week.

Salary 27500 to 33500 depending on experience & skills plus Serco benefits.

Full UK driving licence must be held. Vehicle and tools provided.

Here at Serco we work with Asylum Accommodation and Support Services to assist individuals through the asylum system which includes providing them with temporary accommodation.

As the Maintenance Operative your role is key in ensuring all requested repairs be that reactive or proactive and pre planned (via manager) are carried out to the required standard and within our SLA deadlines.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with previous maintenance experience within a field relating to joinery fitting plumbing painting & decorating etc. You will be a highly motivated individual who can manage your own workflow as well as working within a team when necessary.

As a Maintenance Operative you will be responsible for the Health & Safety of yourself and that of all users of the property during and after works have been undertaken and completed.

As part of your role you will be required to purchase and manage materials using a company account card from approved Serco suppliers only. Vehicles provided by the company will be inspected regularly by employees and kept in a professional and clean condition.

Flexible Working pattern

• Mon to Fri 7.5 hours per day between 08:00 and 18:00 to meet the operational needs of the business.

On Call Requirements& Out of Hours Working

• There will be a requirement to undertake out of hours on call duties working on a rota basis to ensure 24/7 emergency cover is provided as per our contractual responsibilities. This will be carried out once every 8-10 weeks for emergencies.

What we offer

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Vehicle Fuel Card and tools are all provided.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Career opportunities across their entire AASC contract
• Employee discounts for major retailers and leisure activities

Why Serco

Serco offers all employees the opportunity and support to drive their own ambitions and develop the skills required to achieve their career goals.

We provide a safe and professional environment where all employees are valued members of the team whilst also respecting your work/life balance.

This ultimately contributes to the delivery of vital public services in the UK.

What you need to do the job

You will need a willingness and ability to travel within the region and occasionally within the UK (a valid UK drivers licence is essential). All offers of employment are subject to security clearance checks and approval by the Home Office).

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A little bit about us:
At Serco everyone plays a vital part in delivering essential public services that make a real difference. As a global team of 50000 people across Defence Transport Justice Immigration Healthcare Leisure and Citizen Services were united by a shared purpose: to improve the services that communities rely on. Guided by our values of Trust Care Innovation and Pride our people make meaningful impact every single day.

Our inclusive recruitment commitment:
We prioritise your skills and potential. As a Disability Confident Leader the Top Great British Employer of Veterans 2026 and a Gold Inclusive Employer Standard holder we champion equal opportunities for all. We offer flexible and hybrid working where possible and make reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.

• Guaranteed Interview Scheme: Applicants with disabilities veterans and people with convictions who meet the minimum job criteria are guaranteed an interview. Simply opt into the relevant scheme on the application form.
• Ban The Box: We also support fair access for those with unspent criminal convictions through our Ban the Box pledge (some roles may have security exemptions).

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