Multiskilled Operative

Trades & Services
Midlothian
July 25, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

Job Description

LOCATION

The Gyle Shopping Centre, Edinburgh EH12 9JY

CONTRACT

Permanent

HOURS

40 hours per week, 5 days/7

PAY RATE

£14.60 per hour

As part of the ABM Service Team at The Gyle Shopping Centre, you will be responsible for delivering high standards of site maintenance and groundskeeping services. This hands on role includes a mix of outdoor grounds care, general handyman tasks, and operating mechanical cleaning equipment to ensure the site remains safe, clean, and welcoming.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Groundskeeping & Outdoor Maintenance

  • Perform grass cutting, hedge trimming, weeding, and seasonal planting.
  • Maintain flower beds, borders, and other green areas.
  • Clear leaves, litter, and debris from outdoor spaces.
  • Apply treatments such as fertilisers and weed control.

General Maintenance & PPM Tasks

  • Carry out minor repairs including fixing slabs, door handles, and fixtures.
  • Change filters on AHUs and perform basic Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) tasks.
  • Assist tenants and respond to maintenance requests.
  • Identify and report health and safety issues.
  • Operate mechanical sweepers, pressure washers.
  • Winter maintenance such as gritting.
  • Ensure maintenance checks are completed, and site specific compliance is met.
  • Working at Height required use of MEWP (training provided).

Customer Interaction

  • Act as a helpful point of contact for visitors and tenants.
  • Maintain a professional and approachable manner at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Proven experience as a Handyman and/or grounds maintenance.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail and proactive attitude.
  • Flexible and adaptable to meet operational needs.
  • First Aid at Work (desirable).
  • Willingness to follow instructions and safety procedures.
  • Driver Licence required.
  • PA1 & PA6 desirable.
  • Technical qualification not necessary but desirable.
  • IPATH desirable.

BENEFITS

  • 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK based GP from the comfort of your own home.
  • Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling.
  • Get Fit Programme.
  • Financial and legal support.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Access Perks at Work via the employee app: discounts, gift cards, cashback and exclusive offers.

ABM is committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.

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