Facilities Operative (General Maintenance)

• Spend time learning the Arcavindi sites layout, key systems, and high-traffic operational areas.
• Complete training on site safety, permits to work, reporting tools, and sign-off procedures.
• Get familiar with planned maintenance schedules, statutory inspections, and internal service standards.
• Build working relationships with operational teams so you understand their day-to-day maintenance needs.
  
  

• Deliver reliable, high-quality repairs across the building, with a clear focus on safety and compliance.
• Handle reactive maintenance efficiently, prioritising urgent issues and communicating clearly with stakeholders.
• Carry out regular checks and preventative tasks to reduce breakdowns and disruption.
• Keep accurate digital and/or paper records of work completed, parts used, and follow-up actions required.
  
  

• Proactively identify areas where the site can be improved — safer, more efficient, or more durable fixes.
• Suggest smarter maintenance routines, tools, or materials to reduce repeat issues.
• Support wider facilities projects such as refurbishments, re-layouts, office moves, and new equipment installs.
• Champion a tidy, compliant, and well-maintained environment that reflects Arcavindi’s care for people and property.
  
  

• Deliver high-quality, timely maintenance and repairs across plumbing, electrics, and general facilities.
• Reduce downtime by proactively identifying and resolving potential issues before they impact operations.
• Maintain clear, accurate records of maintenance work and materials used.
• Uphold Arcavindi’s health & safety standards through safe systems of work and site compliance.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general building maintenance, including:
  • Plumbing repairs (leaks, blockages, pipework, fittings).
  • Basic electrical work (fault-finding, replacing fittings, minor installations).
  • General repairs (doors, locks, fixtures, flooring, shelving, and site upkeep).
  • Assembly of new storage and furniture items (shelving, desks etc).
  • Installation of basic IT systems/wiring throughout the workplace.
• Complete routine inspections and planned preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, prioritising tasks to minimise operational disruption.
• Work alongside external contractors for specialist or larger projects, ensuring work is safe, compliant, and signed off.
• Maintain orderly, safe storage of tools, materials, and maintenance areas, keeping workspaces clean and secure.
• Report hazards, near-misses, and required follow-up work through Arcavindi’s internal reporting systems.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of tools, equipment and report any tool repairs required.
• Knowledge of health & safety requirements and reporting of defective materials in a timely manner.
  
  

• Proven hands-on experience in a trade environment (plumbing and/or electrical preferred).
• Ability to diagnose and resolve common building and site issues efficiently.
• Hold an current driving licence valid for the Netherlands and comfortably be able to drive safely a work vehicle for transporting of materials.
• Good awareness of workplace health & safety practices and safe systems of work.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and confident working independently or as part of a wider team.
• Clear, practical communication skills to work smoothly with colleagues, managers, and contractors.
• Comfortable in a physically active role involving lifting, carrying, bending, and hands-on repairs.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise