General Operative
| Posting date: | 13 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24000-24000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 September 2025 |
| Location: | Wigan, WN1 |
| Company: | Serco Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 304095-43587783 |
Summary
Maintenance Operative – WiganSalary: £24,871 + Vehicle & Fuel Card + Excellent Serco BenefitsHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekFlexible Working: Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day between 08:00–18:00(On-call and occasional out-of-hours work required)
At Serco, we provide vital accommodation and support services for people seeking asylum while their claims are processed. We manage a large and diverse property portfolio, investing heavily to improve quality standards so that those in our care have safe, comfortable homes and access to essential services.
We’re now looking for a Maintenance Operative to join our Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract (AASC) team in Wigan.
What you’ll be doing:
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Carrying out building maintenance across allocated properties, ensuring they meet Home Office standards and are free from defects.
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Reporting and tracking faults through our IT system, liaising with approved subcontractors, and auditing the quality of their work.
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Performing annual Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and delivering specialist trade services to certified standards.
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Providing technical advice, trade sign-offs, and ensuring safety compliance before starting any work.
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Repairing Serco-supplied furniture where possible and sourcing materials from approved suppliers.
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Managing records, receipts, and purchase approvals for tools or equipment over £100.
What we’re looking for:
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A valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the region (and occasionally across the UK).
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Previous experience as a tradesperson or strong DIY skills.
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Highly motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
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Flexibility to take part in an on-call rota and occasional out-of-hours work to ensure 24/7 maintenance coverage.
Why Serco
A place you can make an impact
- The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
A place you can count on
- Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
A place for you
- We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.What we offer
- Competitive salary (rising upon evidence of trade skills)
- 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
#aasccareers
Maintenance Operative – WiganSalary: £24,871 + Vehicle & Fuel Card + Excellent Serco BenefitsHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekFlexible Working: Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day between 08:00–18:00(On-call and occasional out-of-hours work required)
At Serco, we provide vital accommodation and support services for people seeking asylum while their claims are processed. We manage a large and diverse property portfolio, investing heavily to improve quality standards so that those in our care have safe, comfortable homes and access to essential services.
We’re now looking for a Maintenance Operative to join our Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract (AASC) team in Wigan.
What you’ll be doing:
-
Carrying out building maintenance across allocated properties, ensuring they meet Home Office standards and are free from defects.
-
Reporting and tracking faults through our IT system, liaising with approved subcontractors, and auditing the quality of their work.
-
Performing annual Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and delivering specialist trade services to certified standards.
-
Providing technical advice, trade sign-offs, and ensuring safety compliance before starting any work.
-
Repairing Serco-supplied furniture where possible and sourcing materials from approved suppliers.
-
Managing records, receipts, and purchase approvals for tools or equipment over £100.
What we’re looking for:
-
A valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the region (and occasionally across the UK).
-
Previous experience as a tradesperson or strong DIY skills.
-
Highly motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
-
Flexibility to take part in an on-call rota and occasional out-of-hours work to ensure 24/7 maintenance coverage.
Why Serco
A place you can make an impact
- The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
A place you can count on
- Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
A place for you
- We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.What we offer
- Competitive salary (rising upon evidence of trade skills)
- 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
#aasccareers
At Serco, we provide vital accommodation and support services for people seeking asylum while their claims are processed. We manage a large and diverse property portfolio, investing heavily to improve quality standards so that those in our care have safe, comfortable homes and access to essential services.
We’re now looking for a Maintenance Operative to join our Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract (AASC) team in Wigan.
What you’ll be doing:
-
Carrying out building maintenance across allocated properties, ensuring they meet Home Office standards and are free from defects.
-
Reporting and tracking faults through our IT system, liaising with approved subcontractors, and auditing the quality of their work.
-
Performing annual Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and delivering specialist trade services to certified standards.
-
Providing technical advice, trade sign-offs, and ensuring safety compliance before starting any work.
-
Repairing Serco-supplied furniture where possible and sourcing materials from approved suppliers.
-
Managing records, receipts, and purchase approvals for tools or equipment over £100.
What we’re looking for:
-
A valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the region (and occasionally across the UK).
-
Previous experience as a tradesperson or strong DIY skills.
-
Highly motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
-
Flexibility to take part in an on-call rota and occasional out-of-hours work to ensure 24/7 maintenance coverage.
Why Serco
A place you can make an impact
- The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
A place you can count on
- Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
A place for you
- We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.What we offer
- Competitive salary (rising upon evidence of trade skills)
- 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
#aasccareers
Maintenance Operative – WiganSalary: £24,871 + Vehicle & Fuel Card + Excellent Serco BenefitsHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekFlexible Working: Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day between 08:00–18:00(On-call and occasional out-of-hours work required)
At Serco, we provide vital accommodation and support services for people seeking asylum while their claims are processed. We manage a large and diverse property portfolio, investing heavily to improve quality standards so that those in our care have safe, comfortable homes and access to essential services.
We’re now looking for a Maintenance Operative to join our Asylum Accommodation and Support Services Contract (AASC) team in Wigan.
What you’ll be doing:
-
Carrying out building maintenance across allocated properties, ensuring they meet Home Office standards and are free from defects.
-
Reporting and tracking faults through our IT system, liaising with approved subcontractors, and auditing the quality of their work.
-
Performing annual Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and delivering specialist trade services to certified standards.
-
Providing technical advice, trade sign-offs, and ensuring safety compliance before starting any work.
-
Repairing Serco-supplied furniture where possible and sourcing materials from approved suppliers.
-
Managing records, receipts, and purchase approvals for tools or equipment over £100.
What we’re looking for:
-
A valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the region (and occasionally across the UK).
-
Previous experience as a tradesperson or strong DIY skills.
-
Highly motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team.
-
Flexibility to take part in an on-call rota and occasional out-of-hours work to ensure 24/7 maintenance coverage.
Why Serco
A place you can make an impact
- The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
A place you can count on
- Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
A place for you
- We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.What we offer
- Competitive salary (rising upon evidence of trade skills)
- 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
#aasccareers
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