FM Services Officer

Serco: Derwentside IRC 

Permanent, Full Time

40 Hours, Monday – Friday 8am-4.30pm with an on-call rota every 1 in 5 weeks

£28,000 per annum + Excellent Corporate Benefits Package + on-call pay

We are recruiting for an FM Services Officer to join our FM team at Derwentside Immigration Removal Centre female only accommodation, where we are responsible for all aspects of detainee safety, security and welfare provision, facilities management and catering. 

A large part of this role is supporting the Engineers with system reactive and preventative maintenance, additional works to all aspects of security systems, fire detection, life safety equipment and any other equipment within your capacities. We are looking for a team player who is keen to support all round - you will be expected help with painting and decorating around the site, advantageous experience is working knowledge of Plumbing and/or Electrics.  

You will work as part of a close-knit team and deliver on accountabilities including

• Advise the Line Manager of the progress on the contract
• Participate and comply with material ordering and procurement procedures
• Assist in multi trade support of other members of the FM service team in completing work

It is important to note that working in such a secure environment can be challenging at times.  In return we can offer a supportive and collaborative environment that respects work/life balance and ultimately contributes to the delivery of vital public services in the UK.

What you'll need to do the job

Although working as part of the wider FM Team, you will work autonomously to carry our works at times so you must enjoy working independently and have a flexible attitude to getting stuck in and delivering where required!

Why Serco

A place you can make an impact - The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.

A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.

A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.

What we offer

• Pension – 6%
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services/prisons sector
• A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
• A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans and more.
• Serco Benefits package - discounts include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping, mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships
• A safe and supportive culture
• Free on-site parking

About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services.  We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging. 

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Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. 

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.  For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
 

At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.