Maintenance Assistant

Role Overview The Maintenance Assistant will support the day-to-day upkeep and general maintenance of the building and facilities. This is a practical, hands-on role involving routine checks, basic repairs, general maintenance tasks and supporting the wider business. The successful candidate does not need to be a qualified tradesperson. We are looking for someone who is practical, reliable, safety-conscious and willing to learn. Key Responsibilities * Carry out general day-to-day maintenance around the building and site. * Complete basic repairs such as fixing minor leaks, replacing light bulbs, painting, minor joinery and assembling or repairing furniture. * Carry out routine building and facilities checks and report any faults or concerns. * Assist with planned and preventative maintenance activities. * Respond to maintenance requests from employees and departments. * Keep maintenance areas, tools and equipment clean, tidy and organised. * Assist with moving equipment, furniture and other items when required. * Support external contractors attending site and provide access to work areas where required. * Identify maintenance issues and report or escalate work that requires a qualified contractor or specialist. * Complete basic records of maintenance work and routine checks. * Follow site Health & Safety procedures, Risk Assessments, Safe Working Procedures and Permit to Work requirements. * Carry out work at height using appropriate access equipment, where trained and authorised to do so. * Support general Facilities activities as required. Skills & Experience Essential: * Some previous experience of practical maintenance, facilities work, handyman duties, keen DIY-er * Comfortable carrying out basic maintenance and repair tasks. * Able to use common hand and power tools safely. * Good practical problem-solving skills. * Reliable and able to manage day-to-day tasks. * Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team. * Willingness to learn and take direction. * Basic understanding of workplace Health & Safety. * Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Teams, with the ability to complete basic Excel tasks. * Full driving licence. Desirable: * Basic practical skills in areas such as plumbing, joinery/carpentry, decorating or general building maintenance. * Previous experience working within a commercial, laboratory or industrial environment. * Health & Safety training would be desirable. * Full training will be provided on site-specific procedures, Risk Assessments, Permit to Work requirements and relevant Health & Safety processes. Working Conditions The role involves practical and physical work and will require working both indoors and outdoors. Hours: Monday–Friday, 37.5 hours per week. Occasional weekend work may be required. Key Attributes We are looking for someone who is: · Reliable and punctual · Practical and hands-on · Safety-conscious · Organised · Flexible and adaptable · Willing to learn · Able to take direction · A good team player · Comfortable asking for help or escalating work when it is outside their level of competence Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Work Location: In person