General Operative

NRL; Wigan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a General Operative based in Wigan, UK, for a 6-month contract. The role involves providing maintenance services across various production plants, ensuring safety and compliance. Candidates must have a valid UK driving license, an FLT license, and IPAF certification. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this role, which may require travel throughout the North West.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license is required.
• Experience in a similar position is essential.
• Must possess good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all production facilities are maintained to a safe condition.
• Carry out routine housekeeping and maintenance activities.
• Support corrective maintenance for plant and equipment failures.

Skills

Good interpersonal & team working skills

Able to work remotely and travel frequently

Self-motivated independent worker

Able to work at pace under pressure

Experience working on industrial sites

Industrial/Plant maintenance experience

Education

G.C.S.E Math, English and Science min grade C or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift truck/telehandler license

IPAF certification

Job description

# General OperativeLocationWiganOn behalf of our client, NRL Recruitment are currently looking for a General Operative for work in the Carrington area. **Location:** Carrington M31 **Duration:**6 months contract **Hours :** 37.5 hrs p/w. There is likely to be some overtime. **You will need a valid UK Driving Licence as the role will involve travelling within the North West to other sites. You will also need to have an FLT Licence and have an IPAF certification** **POSITION SUMMARY** The General Operative (GO) provides maintenance services to the production facility and associated sites. These services are primarily focused on practical work at the various production plants, including; general preventive maintenance, housekeeping and maintaining a safe working environment. **Responsibilities will include:** **NATURE AND SCOPE** The nature of this role is largely but not limited to: * The primary role is to support the assigned production facility to ensure all general duty activities are completed. There is an expectation to respond to requests to visit the various locations during both normal and outside of normal working hours. For this type of work the technician must be completely flexible and readily available.* At all times ensure that the required safety standards are adhered to. **PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES** This position is accountable for the following end results: * Ensure that all production facilities are maintained to a safe and serviceable condition, so that they can consistently attain their performance targets* Ensure compliance to site statutory, mechanical integrity & preventative maintenance programmes* Carry out routine house-keeping and preventative maintenance activities as defined by the GO work duties schedule in a timely manner.* Support corrective maintenance work associated with plant and equipment failures (breakdowns)* Work with the Mechanical Maintenance team to ensure correct spares parts and consumables inventory management* Oversee LOLER/PULER inspections onsite **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS** Education Requirements: * G.C.S.E Math, English and Science min grade C or Equivalent experience in a similar position**Professional License Requirements:** * Valid driver’s license* forklift truck/telehandler license* IPAF **Skills and Experience:** * Good interpersonal & team working skills (Customers, Regulators bodies, OSC operators).* Able to work remotely and able to travel frequently* Self-motivated independent worker* Able to work at pace under pressure* Experience working on industrial sites* Industrial/Plant maintenance experience The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.