Multi Skilled Operative - Fairford

Multi Skilled Operative | Defence FM Contract Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum Location: RAF Fairford & RAF Welford Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm On Call: 1 in 11 rota, including overnight and weekend cover

About the Role

Mainstay Recruitment are currently supporting a leading Defence Facilities Management provider in their search for a skilled and versatile Multi Skilled Operative to join their maintenance team supporting the Defence estate across RAF Fairford and RAF Welford. This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on maintenance professional looking for a varied role where you will play a key part in maintaining safe, reliable and operational facilities across a unique environment. You will be responsible for delivering maintenance, repairs, compliance works and minor refurbishment activities across a mixture of domestic and commercial buildings, ensuring facilities remain safe, functional and well maintained. The role is predominantly based at RAF Fairford, with travel required to RAF Welford when necessary. A company van and fuel card will be provided to support travel between sites.

The Role

As a Multi-Skilled Operative, you will be responsible for carrying out a variety of maintenance tasks across the Defence estate.

Completing reactive maintenance repairs, planned works, compliance activities and minor refurbishments across domestic and commercial buildings Carrying out multi-skilled maintenance activities including plumbing, electrical repairs, plastering, mechanical maintenance and general building repairs Supporting the delivery of safe, compliant and high-quality maintenance services across the estate Diagnosing issues and completing repairs efficiently to minimise disruption Travelling between RAF Fairford and RAF Welford as required, using a company van and fuel card Managing allocated jobs digitally through a tablet/mobile device, ensuring accurate updates and completion records are maintained Supporting occasional storekeeping and yard duties when required Working independently to complete allocated tasks while also supporting the wider maintenance team Participating in an on-call rota, approximately 1 week in 11, including overnight and weekend cover This role requires someone who is adaptable, reliable and comfortable working across a broad range of maintenance activities within a fast-paced operational environment.

You will have:

Previous experience working within maintenance, facilities, construction or housing environments Practical experience completing repairs, maintenance and minor works across buildings Knowledge of general building services including plumbing, electrical repairs, mechanical maintenance and associated works An understanding of Health & Safety requirements, including COSHH and RIDDOR The ability to work independently, manage your own workload and prioritise tasks effectively Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering quality workmanship Good communication skills with the ability to work professionally with colleagues, customers and contractors Trade qualifications are desirable but not essential. Candidates with strong practical experience and a proven track record of delivering maintenance works are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Full UK Driving Licence Eligibility to obtain Security Clearance (SC) Previous experience within a relevant maintenance, facilities, construction or housing environment Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team Flexibility to participate in an on-call rota, including overnight and weekend cover This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional to join a leading Defence Facilities Management team, working across a varied estate where your skills will directly support essential operations