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Job Title: Facilities Technician (Plumbing, Steam & Pipework)
Location: Market Drayton
Shift: Day Shift – 39 hours per week (8:30am – 5:00pm, flexible)
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Benefits: Company Pension Plan, Training & Career Development, Retail Discounts, Employee Volunteering Days, Grocery Aid Access, Well-being & Support Groups, Charity & Team Events
Facilities Technician Responsibilities:
Install, repair, and modify pipework systems (copper, stainless steel, ABS, PVC, and galvanised)
Maintain and service steam systems, including traps, valves, condensate lines, and insulation
Perform welding and basic metal fabrication (supports, brackets, frames)
Support water, steam, compressed air, and drainage systems sitewide
Diagnose mechanical, water, or steam-related faults and perform effective repairs
Respond to and prioritise utility-related breakdowns
Log all work and breakdowns in the CMMS system
Manage permits to work and review contractor RAMS
Supervise contractor activities to ensure compliance with site procedures
Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM) routines and infrastructure projects
Maintain compliance with relevant safety and environmental regulations (L8, WRAS, pressure systems)
Participate in energy-saving initiatives and support legislative inspections
Communicate daily handovers to engineering managers
Previous Experience:
Proven experience as a Pipefitter, Plumber, or Mechanical Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial facility
Knowledge of steam, water, valves, pumps, and associated control systems
Welding and metal fabrication experience advantageous
Understanding of Legionella control and water hygiene best practices
Familiar with mechanical drawings and pipework schematics
CMMS experience preferred
Qualifications:
Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing, Pipefitting, or Mechanical Engineering
Welding certification or equivalent experience
Hot work and confined space training preferred
Reach out to Ewan Smyth at Stirling Warrington to learn more.
