Assistant Maintenance Engineer

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Thurmaston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Leicester is seeking a Manufacturing Maintenance Assistant to support maintenance tasks. The role involves various responsibilities including general repairs, plumbing, and grounds maintenance. Ideal candidates should have handyman experience and practical skills across repairs. Flexibility, strong problem-solving, and interpersonal skills are essential. The position offers part-time hours with overtime available.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Birthday day off

On-site car parking

Training and development opportunities

Company events

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a handyman, caretaker or maintenance role is essential.
• Practical skills across basic joinery, plumbing, and repairs are essential.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Maintenance Engineer with routine maintenance tasks.
• Carry out general handyman duties including repairs and plumbing.
• Use maintenance software to record and complete tasks.

Skills

Handyman experience

Basic plumbing

Joinery skills

Use of hand tools

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

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)

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