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Facilities Maintenance Technician
Job Posted: 6 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Expire in: 22 days
Job Description
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Onsite - Tewkesbury
About the Role
We are seeking Facilities Maintenance Technicians to join our Facilities team in Tewkesbury. In this role, you will help ensure the safe and efficient operation of the site by carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), performing inspections, meter readings, and sampling, and responding quickly to reactive maintenance issues to minimise disruption to operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver and support the PPM program for building systems, including HVAC, compressed air, electrical, plumbing, and lighting.
* Perform visual inspections, meter readings, sampling, and routine checks to ensure compliance and safety.
* Respond promptly to facility breakdowns and emergencies to minimise downtime.
* Support energy, water, and waste efficiency initiatives to help reduce operating costs.
* Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs, and reports to support audits (ISO/HSE).
* Assist with facility improvement projects, layout modifications, and installations.
* Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and external contractors to coordinate maintenance activities with minimal disruption.
Skills and Experience
* Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician in an industrial or commercial environment.
* Strong knowledge of building maintenance and repair techniques, with excellent fault-finding skills.
* Familiarity with PPM procedures and safe working practices.
* Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
* Capable of working independently and managing workload effectively under pressure.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Willingness to work shifts (24/5 support), including potential nights, weekends, and emergency call-outs.
Desirable
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in building trades, plumbing, or electrical.
* Relevant certifications such as Legionella (L8), F-Gas, PAT Testing, 18th Edition, or HVAC.
* Health & Safety training and experience working at heights or in confined spaces.
Working Environment & Special Considerations
* This role supports a 24/5 manufacturing operation; shift work and on-call availability may be required.
* Work may involve exposure to high-voltage systems, heavy plant, and hazardous materials, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures.
* Excellent communication skills are essential for coordination with operators, team leaders, and production managersBefore You Apply
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