Salary Competitive Salary
Location Felixstowe
This is a permanent, full time vacancy that will close in 22 days at 23:59 BST.
The Vacancy
Uniserve is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join our Felixstowe team. Responsible for carrying out day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and inspections across company facilities to ensure they remain safe, functional, and compliant.
Working under the direction of the Maintenance Operative Supervisor, the role supports the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance, contributes to the prevention of equipment failure, and helps maintain a safe working environment for all site users.
Key accountabilities:
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks across buildings, plant, and equipment.
Undertake basic repairs and maintenance work including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general fabric tasks (within competency).
Perform routine inspections and report defects, hazards, or potential failures to the Maintenance Operative Supervisor.
Follow work instructions and maintenance schedules set by the Supervisor.
Assist with preventative maintenance activities to reduce breakdowns and downtime.
Support external contractors on site by providing access and ensuring safe working practices.
Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety regulations and company procedures.
Maintain accurate records of completed work, inspections, and materials used.
Use tools, equipment, and materials safely and correctly.
Keep work areas clean, safe, and tidy at all times.
Respond to maintenance call-outs in a timely and professional manner.
Skills & Experience:
Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, warehouse
Able to drive
Good practical hands-on maintenance skills
Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical and building fabric repairs
Good understanding of health & safety and safe working practices
Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks to a good standard
Good problem-solving and fault-finding skills
Reliable, hardworking, and able to work well within a team
Benefits:
Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks:
Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment
Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded
Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered
Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us
Free Eye Test and £49 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision
Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you
Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free
Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash
Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters
Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us
Life Assurance: We've got you covered
Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport
Flexible Career Pathway
Supply Chain Academy Education Courses: Expand your knowledge, including Masters and MBA programmes
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The Company
As part of the GB Global Group we do amazing things. We are at the forefront of change, leading the transformation of the logistics and global trade management market. We have big ideas that push the boundaries and heaps of ambition that means we deliver on our promises time and again. People are the backbone of our business and the key to our continued success which is why we invest in training and development at all levels.
Our Values
Pride
Our people are proud of the fact they work for Uniserve and in everything they do.
Improvement
Our people are encouraged to constructively challenge so they reach their full potential.
Commitment
Our people are committed to delivering exceptional service.
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Reward
Our people are rewarded for contribution and for value they provide us and our customers.
Involvement
Our people are well informed of progress in our trade, company and customers.
Fair Treatment
Our people are respected and encouraged to respect others, whoever they are.
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