Overview
Swann-Morton Limited, established in 1932 and based in the United Kingdom, is a renowned leader in the manufacturing of surgical blades, scalpels, and handles. The company is globally respected for quality, precision, consistency, and reliability, combining traditional blade-making skills with advanced technology. With a diverse range of around 70 blade shapes and 30 handles, their products are preferred by leading surgeons and extensively used by healthcare professionals, including dentists, podiatrists, and veterinarians. Exporting worldwide, Swann-Morton maintains a strong network of distributors to ensure the highest standard of service.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Building Maintenance Technician located in Sheffield. The Building Maintenance Technician will be responsible for general building maintenance, repairs, and upkeep across all company sites, ensuring facilities remain safe, clean, and in good working order. This role covers the building fabric and maintenance tasks, supporting the operational needs of the business and if needed assisting electrical, plumbing, or other trade work.
Scope of the Role
* Responsible for maintaining all company-owned facilities.
* Covers general building fabric, fixtures, fittings, grounds, and internal/external upkeep.
* Involves planned inspections, reactive repairs, and general site support.
* Requires travel between sites and occasional work outside normal hours for urgent issues.
* Reports to the Works Manager and works closely with site managers to prioritise tasks.
Key Responsibilities
1. General Maintenance & Repairs
o Carry out routine upkeep such as joinery, brickwork, suspended ceiling repairs and filter cleaning.
o Repair or replace fixtures, fittings, furniture, and general building components.
o Maintain floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, and other building fabric elements.
o Carry out basic grounds maintenance (pathways, signage, fencing, etc.).
2. Inspections & Preventive Maintenance
o Conduct regular visual inspections of buildings and report defects or hazards.
o Perform planned maintenance tasks (e.g., lubrication of hinges, tightening fixings, replacing worn items).
o Monitor condition of general building fabric, fixtures, fittings, grounds.
3. Coordination with Trades
o Identify and report any issues requiring electrical, plumbing, or other specialist attention.
o Support contractors on-site by providing access, information, and oversight to ensure works are carried out safely.
4. Safety & Compliance
o Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company safety procedures.
o Maintain tidy and hazard-free work areas at all times.
o Report any safety concerns promptly to the Works Manager.
o Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and completed tasks.
o Provide updates on outstanding issues and site condition.
5. Other
o Any other reasonable management request.
o Ability to work at heights is required.
Benefits
* Working Hours: 35 hours per week with early finish on a Friday
* Mon-Tue-Wed 8:00–16:30
* Thu 8:00–15:30
* Fri 8:00–12:00
* 10 weeks holiday per year
* Enhanced pension
* Subsidised canteen
* Free parking provided by the company
* Cycle to work scheme
* Please note that the role is a fully on-site role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
* Canteen
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Private medical insurance
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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