Job Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Furniture Technician to join our team at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT. This hands‑on role supports the delivery, repair, maintenance and management of furniture within a busy MOD environment.
Work Hours and Compensation
37 hours per week – Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:00, Friday 08:00 to 15:30.
Pay: £12.71 per hour.
Free car parking.
Responsibilities
* Carry out furniture repairs, maintenance and component replacements.
* Deliver, assemble, repair and replace furniture across site locations.
* Remove damaged furniture and dispose of items in line with procedures.
* Respond to Help Desk Calls (HDCs) and ensure tasks are completed within required timescales.
* Record and update HDC information accurately on daily record sheets.
* Prepare monthly audit paperwork and support stock audits.
* Undertake furniture audits using CAFM systems including Planet.
* Select and prepare furniture or components required for repairs and maintenance.
* Assist with warehouse duties, including loading and unloading deliveries and collections.
* Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organisation.
* Ensure furniture and component stock remains serviceable and available.
* Update handheld scanners daily, weekly and monthly as required.
* Liaise with customers, unit representatives and colleagues to support service delivery.
* Carry out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT).
* Support monthly furniture and component stock takes.
* Operate a forklift truck once trained.
* Assist colleagues and wider teams during periods of absence or increased workload.
* Ensure company vehicles are kept clean and maintained in a serviceable condition.
* Follow all Health & Safety procedures and maintain safe working practices at all times.
Qualifications
* Good communication and customer service skills.
* Basic understanding of furniture repairs and maintenance.
* Good understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace.
* Basic IT skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good timekeeping and organisational skills.
* Full UK driving licence held for a minimum of 2 years.
* Over 25 years of age for company vehicle insurance purposes.
* Desirable: Previous experience in a similar furniture, maintenance, warehouse or operational role.
* Forklift experience or willingness to undertake training.
* PAT testing experience.
What We Offer
* On‑the‑job training with experienced professionals.
* Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications.
* Career development opportunities within Sodexo.
* A friendly and supportive work environment.
* Wellbeing support – unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Financial benefits – discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death‑in‑service benefit.
* Career growth – apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
* Work perks – cycle‑to‑work scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
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