Maintenance Operative in Wallsend

Northumbria Police is recruiting a Maintenance Operative for the Business Services Team at Middle Engine Lane Police Station. The role involves building and vehicle maintenance, as well as ad-hoc driving duties to support operational activities and ensure a safe working environment for staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain designated buildings to provide a safe and functional environment by conducting building checks.
• Carry out basic repairs and maintenance, including assessments, testing and scheduled servicing of buildings and equipment.
• Undertake office furniture moves and transfers to meet staff needs.
• Collect and dispose of confidential and non-confidential waste, unwanted furniture and equipment.
• Provide cover for other driving posts when requested to maintain driver cover.
• Arrange vehicle servicing, conduct routine checks and perform minor maintenance on police vehicles, report problems/defects to Fleet Management and arrange valeting.
• Assist contractors with repairs and provide escort services to non-vetted contractors.
• Carry out driving duties, including taking and collecting vehicles for repair and tyre replacements, and collecting items from Stores and local trade suppliers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general building maintenance skills and upkeep.
• A full driving licence and ability to drive manual vehicles, including transit-sized vans.
• Ability to troubleshoot building faults, remedy basic issues or appropriately escalate them.
• Capacity to work as part of a wider team and cover other locations as required.
• Strong communication skills to interact clearly and effectively with colleagues, line managers and contractors.
• Resident of the United Kingdom for a minimum of 3 years (required for vetting).

Working Hours

Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm.

Benefits

• 26 days’ leave (increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service) plus 8 bank holidays.
• Access to NHS Fleet Solutions Car Lease Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity, shared parental and adoption leave.
• Flexi-time to fit working hours to individual needs.
• Market-leading public sector pension scheme with up to 16% employer contribution.
• Corporate travel schemes – local rail, bus services and metro discounts.
• Private healthcare and eye-test vouchers.
• Discounts on shopping and eating out via the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Tickets.
• Paid sick leave and on-site mental health first aiders.
• Access to gyms in some stations.
• Sports and Social Club with exclusive discounts on days out and travel.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Opportunities to volunteer in the local community.

Equal Opportunity and Disability Support

Northumbria Police welcomes disabled candidates and can make adjustments to support you through the recruitment process (for example, extra time for tests or a sign language interpreter). Please inform us early to ensure your visit goes smoothly.