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Maintenance Operative

Job Reference SDX/TP/1022707/156871

Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Permanent – Full Time
Salary:
£ 14.28 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
Working Hours:
37.5 hours per week
Location:
Essex
Closing Date:
13/05/2026
Job Category:
Building and Construction
Sodexo Segment:
UK Corporate Services - Frontline

Job Introduction

  • 37.5 hours per week 
  • Monday to Friday 
  • 8:00am till 4:00pm
  • £14.28 per hour 
  • Free on-site parking 

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We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Operative to join our team with Sodexo.  This is a fantastic role for a customer-focused individual looking to be part of a world-leading food and facilities management company, offering excellent opportunities for career development and progression.

What You'll Do:

  • Carry out all general and routine maintenance tasks across the site 
  • Ensure planned preventative maintenance is completed in line with scheduled work requests 
  • Follow the company’s quality management system, including all relevant quality assurance procedures and work instructions 
  • Support additional tasks as required to meet the needs of the business 
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment 
  • Respond promptly to reasonable requests from management

What You Bring:

  • Previous experience in a similar role, with a strong, task-focused approach 
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team 
  • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks based on customer needs 
  • Flexible, adaptable, and able to remain calm under pressure 
  • Physically fit, with basic maintenance knowledge (e.g. plumbing, lamp changing – desirable)

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer: 

  • Mental health & wellbeing support 
  • Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice 
  • 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards 
  • Discounts for you & family 
  • Financial tools & retirement plan 
  • Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Apply today and play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications