Academy Maintenance Technician - Bolton

RecruitMe; Bolton; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training academy in Bolton seeks an Academy Maintenance Technician to support training activities. This vital role focuses on logistical, technical, and operational support, ensuring a physical environment conducive to learning. The candidate will contribute to the overall development of the academy while enjoying benefits such as a competitive salary, work-life balance, and progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Employee Ownership Scheme

Access to SmartHealth services

Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity policies

Life Insurance

Refer a Friend Bonus

Company Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Practical experience in maintenance, electrical, or plumbing tasks, qualifications desirable.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Experience in a training support or technical facilities role is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations and maintenance of the Academy facility.
• Support trainers during sessions and maintain technical equipment.
• Manage stock control and distribution of tools and uniforms.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Technical expertise

Job description

Bolton - Academy Maintenance Technician - £26,000 per annum

Training Support | Facilities Maintenance

Our client’s state-of-the-art Technical Training Academy is seeking an AcademyMaintenance Technician to support training activities and take responsibility formaintenance and stock control.

They are passionate about empowering individuals with practical skills andtechnical knowledge to succeed across a wide range of industries.They are now looking for a hands-on, organised, and technically minded individualto join their growing team.

In this vital role, you’ll ensure the training centre runs smoothly—providinglogistical, technical, and operational support to help trainers and learners get themost from their experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist in the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Academy facility

• Support trainers during sessions and help create engaging, hands-onlearning environments

• Maintain and troubleshoot technical equipment, ensuring everything is insafe working order

• Manage the ordering, stock control, and distribution of tools, uniforms, andequipment for engineers

• Maintain accurate records of issued equipment and oversee the calibrationof training tools

• Collaborate with the wider team to continuously improve the training offerand learner experience

• Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the Academyinfrastructure

• What You’ll Bring

• Practical experience in maintenance, electrical, or plumbing tasks(qualifications desirable but not essential)

• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability toprioritise tasks independently

• Comfortable with technical equipment, including software and trainingrelated tools

• Excellent attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communicationskills

• A collaborative and proactive attitude, with confidence to engage withtrainers and learners

• Previous experience in a training support or technical facilities role is a plus

What You’ll Get in Return

• £26,000 per annum

• Real work-life balance — no constant travel, no burnout culture

• Opportunities to grow and progress into senior training or operational roles

• 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 public holidays (with a discretionary option tobuy/sell leave)

• Automatically qualify for an Employee Ownership Scheme

• After 5 years’ service, you’ll receive an extra 5 days’ leave, totalling 30 days +8 public holidays

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme with the My HealthyAdvantage app

• Access to SmartHealth — includes a free 24/7 online GP and a range ofwellbeing services

• Medicash Employee Health Plan – cashback on dental, optical, physio, andretail discounts

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies

• Life Insurance – 4x your annual salary paid to your next of kin

• Refer a Friend Bonus – £500

• Length of Service Cash Incentives

• Company Stakeholder Pension Scheme – matched up to 5%, from day one

• Company Sick Pay for peace of mind