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Civil General Operative
Location: Hunterston A Power Station
Contract: Permanent | Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week | Monday – Thursday | No Fridays
Salary: Competitive
Work at one of the UK’s most unique engineering environments
If you’re a hands-on Civil Operative looking for stability, variety, and the opportunity to work in a highly regulated environment, this is a great opportunity to join Amey within the UK nuclear sector.
What We Offer
- Stable, long-term contract within the nuclear sector
- Structured environment with clear processes and standards
- Varied, hands-on role
- Close-knit onsite team
About the Role
As a Civil General Operative, you will support a contract team in the provision of a high-quality general maintenance service, ensuring the upkeep of designated areas by carrying out general and specific duties as directed in line with the agreed contract specification.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Carry out general maintenance and repairs to a designated building, its fabric, fixtures, and fittings as requested by the customer and/or Mitie contract management team; maintaining internal and external premises and surroundings.
- Liaise with the Mitie contract management team on the day-to-day running of the building, including reporting issues relating to operation and appearance.
- Conduct routine checks on plant and equipment to ensure optimum conditions are achieved.
- Ensure entrance and exit points are clean and tidy.
- Assist in the packing and removal of equipment and furniture from site.
- Perform painting and decorating as agreed and directed by management.
- Help the civil team with ad hoc maintenance.
- Accountable for communicating the status of work to both the customer and Mitie contract management team.
- Maintain high standards of personal performance, hygiene, appearance, and attitude at all times.
- Carry out other reasonable tasks as directed by management.
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Requirements
The following traits and skills would be deemed desirable:
- Previous experience as a multi-skilled civil operative in a customer-facing environment.
- Physical fitness and dexterity for manual handling accountabilities.
- Experience and skills in grounds works/maintenance and working at height.
- Ability to work in a demanding and busy area.
- Proficiency in basic computer use.
- Basic knowledge of ground works.
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- Friendly and approachable manner, with excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Sets and maintains high standards of delivery.
Necessary Qualifications and Certifications:
- CSCS card (required)
- IPAF certification (required)
Security & Site Environment
This role is based within a nuclear restoration site:
- You must be willing to work in controlled areas.
- Baseline Personal Security clearance required – fully supported by Amey.
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Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 24 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)
- Generous pension scheme
- Flexible benefits (Cycle-to-Work, insurance, gym discounts)
- Retail and lifestyle discount portal
- Two paid Social Impact Days each year
- Supportive, family-friendly and inclusive policies
About Amey
Amey delivers essential services across the UK’s most complex and highly regulated environments, including nuclear, defence, justice, and transport. Our work at NRS Harwell supports critical national infrastructure, helping to maintain safe, compliant, and secure sites.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Amey, we continuously evolve our approach to reflect the diverse needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
As a disability confident leader, Amey guarantees an interview for applicants with a disability if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
For any queries regarding access needs, reasonable adjustments, or additional support during the recruitment process, please contact: peopleservices@amey.co.uk.
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