Maintenance Operative – AASC – Preston & Fylde
Full-time – 37.5 hours per week.
Salary: £27,500 – £33,500 depending on experience & skills, plus Serco benefits.
Full UK driving licence required. Vehicle and tools provided.
This role is key to ensuring all requested repairs – reactive or proactive – are carried out to required standard and within SLA deadlines, supporting the Asylum Accommodation and Support Services team to provide temporary accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Manage and carry out reactive and proactive maintenance tasks across the Wigan area.
- Ensure work is completed to required standards and within service level agreement deadlines.
- Maintain health & safety of yourself and all property users during and after works.
- Purchase and manage materials using a company account card from approved Serco suppliers.
- Inspect provided vehicles regularly and keep them in professional, clean condition.
Working Pattern
- Mon – Fri 7.5 hours per day between 08:00 and 18:00.
- On‑call duties on a rota basis for 24/7 emergency cover, typically once every 8‑10 weeks.
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous maintenance experience in joinery, fitting, plumbing, painting or decorating.
- Highly motivated with ability to manage own workflow and work within a team.
- Willingness and ability to travel within the region and occasionally within the UK.
- Valid UK driving licence and required security clearance approval by the Home Office.
Benefits
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- Vehicle, fuel card and tools provided
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Career opportunities across the entire AASC contract
- Employee discounts for major retailers and leisure activities
EEO Statement
Serco is an equal opportunity employer. All offers of employment are subject to security clearance checks and approval by the Home Office. We encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool and welcome reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.
