Maintenance Operative
| Posting date: | 11 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27,697 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | Inverness, IV1 1HY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HIJOBS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 391840 |
Summary
Location - HMP Inverness and will transfer to the new HMP Highland on opening
An exciting opportunity has arisen within HMP Inverness as we recruit for a Maintenance Operative to join the Estates Team. The Maintenance Operative will support the Estates Maintenance Team by primarily carrying out basic routine planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and repair tasks, housekeeping and cleaning duties. This will also include exterior grounds maintenance. Work will be carried out to pre-set timescales, technical direction and standards.
If you have the following, we would like to hear from you:
· Minimum of two National 5's, including Maths and English or equivalent qualifications or relevant experience of practical or manual working (essential)
· Skills and experience in using and handling tools and equipment; please provide examples of your experience (essential)
· Experience in carrying out basic engineering maintenance, repair tasks, grounds maintenance and painting; please provide examples of your experience. (desirable)
· Sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation and Safe Systems of Work; please provide evidence to demonstrate your knowledge (essential)
Some of the benefits you can enjoy in role are:
· Attractive Pension (Civil Service)
· Commitment to your personal and professional development
· Annual Leave - 34 days rising to 42 days
· Free car parking
· Discounts at high street stores, supermarkets and restaurants through our partners at Blue Light Card, Edenred and Civil Service Sports Council.
· Sick Pay
· All tools and PPE provided.
For information on the job, including full job description and person specification, and to apply for these vacancies please visit the Scottish Prison Service website.
Closing date: 19 February 2026.