Facilities Technician

Facilities Technician £28,000 to £30,000 plus fantastic benefits package Our client based in North Cambridge is currently recruiting for a Facilities Technician to join their growing team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative and market-leading technology company, offering long-term career development within a modern and fast-paced working environment. Reporting to the Health, Safety & Facilities Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the company's buildings, equipment and workspaces remain safe, functional and compliant. This is a hands-on role that would suit someone with previous maintenance, facilities, building services or property maintenance experience who enjoys a varied workload and takes pride in maintaining high standards. Main Responsibilities for the Facilities Technician: * Carrying out general building maintenance and minor repairs including plumbing, carpentry, painting and flooring repairs * Responding promptly to maintenance requests and fault reports * Assisting with office moves, room setups and minor refurbishment projects * Conducting regular inspections to identify maintenance issues and preventative maintenance requirements * Ensuring tools, equipment and storage areas are maintained and organised * Supporting the upkeep of company facilities to ensure a safe and professional working environment Health & Safety Support: * Assisting with routine health and safety inspections and audits * Identifying hazards and reporting issues to management * Supporting the implementation of risk assessments and safe systems of work * Ensuring safety signage, barriers and safety equipment are correctly installed and maintained * Assisting with fire safety checks, emergency lighting inspections and evacuation procedures * Supporting compliance with health and safety legislation, policies and procedures Skills & Experience for the Facilities Technician: * Previous experience in a Facilities Assistant, Maintenance Operative, Building Maintenance or Facilities Maintenance role * Good practical knowledge of general building maintenance and repairs * Basic understanding of health and safety regulations and best practices * Ability to identify hazards and work safely at all times * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail * Good communication and teamwork skills * Competent using basic maintenance tools and equipment Qualifications for the Facilities Technician (Desirable): * IOSH, COSHH Awareness or other Health & Safety qualifications * Trade qualification or relevant vocational training * First Aid qualification * Fire Safety training Salary & Working Hours: Full-time permanent position 37 hours a week (half a day on Friday) Monday to Friday Flexible working hours may occasionally be required to support operational needs Based in Waterbeach, Cambridge