Job Role: Manufacturing Maintenance Assistant Location: Leicester, LE4 Shift: Day Shift - 18-20 Hours per week, flexible start and finish times overtime available Pay Rate: £12.32 per hour Benefits: Cycle to work scheme Birthday day off On-site car parking Training and development opportunities Company events Our Client Our client is a leading manufacturing company based in the Leicester area. They are looking to recruit a Maintenance Assistant to join the Maintenance team who is willing to learn and develop in a manufacturing maintenance environment. The position is a versatile role that requires the successful candidate to be flexible and willing to adapt to various tasks carried out by the Maintenance department on a day-to-day basis. Responsibilities: Support the Maintenance Engineer with routine maintenance tasks. Carry out general handyman/caretaker duties, including: - General repairs (fixtures, fittings, furniture, shelving, doors, locks etc). Basic plumbing tasks (unblocking sinks, changing taps, leak repairs). Assisting with moving equipment, furniture and deliveries. Painting and decorating. Weeding and grounds maintenance. Keeping external areas tidy (car park, walkways, fencing).Use maintenance software (LIMBLE) to record and complete assigned tasks. Perform preventative maintenance where required. Assist with workshop and plan maintenance under guidance of the Maintenance Engineer. Ensure Health & Safety standards are always followed. Liaise with external contractors and suppliers when required. Skills/Personal Attributes: Previous experience in a handyman, caretaker or maintenance role. (Essential) Practical skills across basic joinery, plumbing, painting and general repairs. (Essential) Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely. (Essential) Excellent organisational skills with ability to use own initiative and meet deadlines. (Essential) Exhibit strong problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. (Essential) Be flexible, resilient and adaptable when responding to unexpected challenges and requests. (Essential) Display strong interpersonal skills, being a good communicator, both written and oral. (Essential) Flexible approach to working hours and tasks. (Essential) Hold a clean driving licence (Desirable) Apply: To apply for the Manufacturing Maintenance Assistant position, please submit an up to date CV and one of our Consultants will be in touch