Maintenance Assistant
Wigston
18 month fixed term contract
Up to £13.74 per hour
Full Time - Monday to Friday, including hybrid working
Benefits of the Maintenance Assistant role: 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension scheme, free on-site parking, hybrid working, private health care, employee assistance.
We’re supporting a well-established Wigston based business in their search for a reliable Maintenance Assistant to join their team.
This Maintenance Assistant role is varied, active and ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, problem solving and making sure everything behind the scenes runs safely and smoothly day to day.
As a Maintenance Assistant, you will play a key part in keeping the building and wider site in good working order. You will be hands-on with general upkeep, support basic repairs, and help ensure all communal and working areas are clean, safe and well maintained. There will also be involvement in setting up meeting rooms, moving equipment and responding to day-to-day facilities and maintenance requests across the business.
Key responsibilities of the Maintenance Assistant role:
• Carrying out general site maintenance and basic repair tasks
• Ensuring internal and external areas are clean, safe and presentable
• Supporting with room, furniture and equipment set-ups
• Assisting with planned maintenance checks and contractor support
• Monitoring supplies and reporting maintenance issues
• Carrying out and supporting legionella checks and associated compliance tasks
• Following health and safety procedures at all times
The ideal Maintenance Assistant will have:
• A practical, hands-on approach
• Previous experience in a facilities, maintenance or similar environment (desirable but not essential)
• Experience carrying out legionella checks and understanding of basic water hygiene compliance
• Good attention to detail and a proactive attitude
• Basic understanding of health and safety in the workplace
• Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach
• A willingness to get involved and support where needed
If you are looking for a Maintenance Assistant role where no two days are the same and you can be part of a friendly, supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today