Job Description

Job Title: Facilities and Maintenance Operative
Location: Prestwick
Employment Type: Permanent
Role Conditions
Shift Pattern: 5/5/4 7am - 7pm
Benefits: 7% employer contribution to pension, 3x Life assurance, Private healthcare and private dental, Free eye tests and vouchers towards glasses, Employee assistance programme, Employee referral programme
Career Development: Training and development support to widen skills and knowledge
About the Role
On behalf of our client, a leading organisation in the aviation industry, we are currently recruiting for a Facilities and Maintenance Operative to support the general running of the site. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all vehicles are kept in a clean and serviceable condition
• Ensure all company GSE (ground service equipment) is kept in a clean and serviceable condition
• Ensure the hangar facility is kept clean, tidy and safe, including but not limited to emptying hangar bins and daily hangar floor clean
• Assist with any other ad-hoc tasks or projects including but not limited to escorting duties and driving forklifts
• General care and maintenance of the facility including but not limited to ad hoc repairs, painting, movement of furnitier and PAT testing.
• Admin duties such as completion and filing of company forms and booking in vehicles/equipment for servicing, repairs and MOTs.
• Maintain compliance with health and safely, COSHH regulations and risk assessments

Candidate Requirements
Essential:

• Proven experience in carrying out similar functions as listed above, within an industrial environment.
• Proven experience in successful completion of small-medium sized DIY projects and repairs.
• Ability to work autonomously without supervision.
• Ability to handle tooling, power tools, heavy equipment and machinery.
• Understanding of Health & Safety & COSHH Regulations.

Desirable:

• Experience in use of forklift trucks, MEWPs, & commercial vans an advantage.

Why Work with JMC Aviation?
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across [engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations]. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles - contract or permanent.

• Industry-leading compliance support
• Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
• Dedicated recruitment consultant
• Placements across the globe
• Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector

How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents to robyn.stephenson@jmc-aviation.com.
Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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