Polypipe

Closing Date for Application:

Sunday 13/09/2026

The Maintenance Operative will support the upkeep, safety, and efficient operation of site facilities, equipment, and infrastructure. This is a varied hands-on role requiring a practical individual who can carry out general building maintenance tasks, assist engineering and production teams, and support continuous improvement of the site environment.

Key Responsibilities

Activities:

• Carry out routine and reactive building maintenance activities across the site.
• Complete basic joinery, plumbing, decorating, and repair work.
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, fixtures, fittings, and furniture.
• Carry out painting and cosmetic improvements as required.
• Repair and maintain washroom facilities including toilets and associated fixtures.
• Identify and report any building defects, hazards, or maintenance concerns.

Engineering and Maintenance Support

Activities:

• Assist Maintenance Engineers with planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Support equipment installation, repairs, and general workshop tasks.
• Prepare tools, equipment, and materials required for maintenance activities.
• Help maintain a clean, organised, and safe maintenance workshop environment.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities when required.

Production and Machine Support

Activities:

• Assist machine setters during tooling and product changeovers.
• Support machine tool changes and mechanical adjustment activities where appropriate.
• Assist with the movement, setup, and replacement of machine components.
• Develop knowledge of manufacturing equipment to provide practical support when required.

Materials Handling and Site Logistics

Activities:

• Operate forklifts and mobile access equipment (including cherry pickers) in accordance with training and site procedures.
• Transport materials, equipment, and spare parts around the site.
• Collect parts, consumables, and supplies from external suppliers when required.
• Support loading, unloading, and storage activities.

Health, Safety and Compliance

Activities:

• Work safely at all times and comply with company health and safety procedures.
• Follow safe systems of work for working at height and equipment operation.
• Wear and maintain appropriate PPE.
• Report hazards, accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Participate in safety inspections and improvement initiatives.

Continuous Improvement and Teamwork

Activities:

• Support continuous improvement projects across the site.
• Suggest practical solutions to maintenance and facility issues.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and facilities teams.
• Demonstrate flexibility by undertaking a wide range of operational tasks.
• Maintain a positive and customer-focused approach when supporting colleagues.

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence.

Experience

Practical hands-on approach with experience in general maintenance activities.

Experience supporting engineering or production teams.

Experience within a manufacturing, facilities, construction, or maintenance environment.

Skills & Knowledge

Ability to undertake a broad range of building maintenance tasks.

Comfortable working at height following appropriate training.

Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise work.

Behaviours

Ability to demonstrate a commitment to Genuit Group Trademark Behaviours

Team player with a positive can-do attitude

Proactive and flexible approach

Flexible attitude and willingness to support different departments.

Business Requirements

Must have a Valid UK Driving Licence

Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.