General Maintenance Operative

General Maintenance Operative (GMO) – Commercial Building – WC2, Central London

General Maintenance Operative | GMO | Maintenance Operative | Facilities Maintenance
Location: WC2, Central London
Hours: Monday to Friday, Day Shift
Contract: Permanent, Full‑Time
Salary: Upto £36,500 (DOE)
Sector: Facilities Management / Commercial Building Services

Job Overview

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and hands‑on General Maintenance Operative (GMO) to work within a commercial building in the WC2 area of Central London. This is a permanent, Monday to Friday role with a reputable SME facilities management provider, supporting day‑to‑day maintenance operations across a professional commercial environment.

This position would suit a General Maintenance Operative, Maintenance Operative, or Facilities Assistant with experience in commercial buildings, offices, or FM environments, looking for a stable, long‑term role in Central London.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out general maintenance tasks within a commercial building
Assist with basic reactive maintenance and planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
Undertake minor repairs, fixes, and fabric maintenance
Carry out basic carpentry, painting & decorating, patch repairs, and snagging works
Support engineers with maintenance tasks as required
Assist with room setups, furniture moves, and small compliance tasks
Ensure building areas are kept safe, clean, and presentable
Report faults and complete basic job reports using the CAFM system
Adhere to all Health & Safety procedures and site policies

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience as a General Maintenance Operative or Maintenance Operative
Experience working within a commercial building, office, hotel, or facilities management environment
Basic understanding of building fabric and general maintenance tasks
Practical, hands‑on approach with good attention to detail
Able to work independently and manage your daily workload
Good communication and customer service skills
Reliable, punctual, and well‑presented

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary depending on experience
Monday to Friday day shift (no nights or shifts)
Long‑term, stable role in a Central London commercial building
Supportive SME facilities management provider
Uniform, tools, and PPE provided
Opportunity to develop skills within facilities management

How to Apply

If you are a General Maintenance Operative (GMO) looking for a commercial maintenance role in WC2, Central London, apply today with your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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We act as an Employment Agency/Business with regards to this vacancy. As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or age. All applicants are considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the job