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Maintenance Assistant - Multi skilled
Location: Witham
Salary: 34,000 - 40,000 Inclusive of shift allowance
Shift Pattern: Weekly rotation - 05:15-14:00 & 14:00-22:30
Benefits:
- 5% EE with 5% ER pension
- 24 days (rising to 25 in 2024) holidays plus public bank holidays
- Life Assurance - 3x cover
- Group Income Protection - 26 week deferred period, 50% of salary for up to 5 years
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle to Work - Flex Self Funded
- Techscheme (White Goods) - Flex Self Funded
- Gym Membership discount vouchers - Flex Self Funded
- Discounts/Perks - Flex Self Funded
- Learning - not work related - Flex Self Funded
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and multi-skilled Maintenance Assistant to join our client's facilities team and ensure the smooth operation of their busy site. This is a hands-on role where you'll be the go-to person for troubleshooting maintenance issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day maintenance operations of the site - Plumbing and electrical experience highly desirable
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and building issues promptly
- Complete routine repairs, upgrades, and preventative maintenance on all equipment
- Conduct regular inspections to identify potential issues before they occur
- Maintain overall site cleanliness and safety standards
- Act as the designated first aider (full training provided)
- Respond quickly to any issues that may disrupt daily operations
- Support the wider team with maintenance-related queries and solutions
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience in a similar maintenance role OR demonstrable maintenance skills evidenced in your CV
- Plumbing and electrical experience highly desirable;
- Full UK driving licence (essential due to shift patterns)
- Strong problem-solving abilities and hands-on approach
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexibility to respond to urgent maintenance issues
- Basic electrical knowledge (full electrician qualification not required)
Desirable Requirements
- Forklift licence (training can be provided if needed)
- Experience across multiple trades/industries
- First aid certification (though training will be provided)
Please note; due to the hours / shift pattern; if you do not reside in central Witham; you will need to be a car driver as public transport does not serve the site based on the hours.
Please only apply for this position if you have full rights to work in the UK and do not require sponsorship.
Please ensure your location is on your CV so not to delay the shortlisting process.
