Facilities Assistant

Castings Technology International

Rotherham

Hybrid

GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Full time

12 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Scheme (paid monthly)

Company Pension

Free Car Parking

Joining & Loyalty Bonus

30 day annual leave (inc Bank Holidays

Westfield Health Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Castings Technology International is seeking a General Maintenance Support to aid day-to-day upkeep of our manufacturing facility. You will assist with repairs, installations and preventive tasks, ensuring a clean, safe environment and supporting the Facilities Manager and maintenance team.

Ideal candidates have practical skills in painting, carpentry, plumbing, and use of hand and power tools, plus licences such as FLT, overhead crane, and MEWP where applicable.

Qualifications

Experience in general maintenance within a manufacturing/industrial setting.
Safe working practices and Health & Safety knowledge.
Ability to use a range of hand and power tools safely.
FLT (Counterbalance) licence.
Overhead Crane licence.
MEWP licence.

Responsibilities

Assist with day-to-day maintenance across the facility.
Support repairs, installations and preventive maintenance.
Perform basic tasks: painting, carpentry, plumbing.
Assist skilled maintenance staff and Facilities Manager.
Maintain clean, safe and hazard-free workshop areas.
Support loading/unloading and transport of parts.
Maintain tools, equipment and consumables.

Skills

Painting

Carpentry

Plumbing

General repairs

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Previous experience in a general maintenance, facilities, or maintenance support role within a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment.

Qualifications Required

Good practical skills, including basic painting, carpentry, plumbing, and general repairs.
Knowledge of safe working practices and Health & Safety requirements.
Ability to use a range of hand and power tools safely.
FLT (Counterbalance) licence.
Overhead Crane licence.
MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) licence.

Role Duties

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, those below

The General Maintenance Support role is responsible for assisting with day-to-day maintenance activities across the facility, ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient working environment.

The role supports skilled maintenance personnel and the Facilities Manager in carrying out repairs, installations, and preventative maintenance tasks.

Perform basic maintenance tasks including painting, minor carpentry, and basic plumbing.
Assist skilled maintenance personnel in the repair and maintenance of equipment, machinery, and facilities.
Carry out minor repairs to building structures and equipment as directed by the Facilities Manager.
Support the installation of cables and pipework.
Assist with the maintenance and cleaning of ceramic mould making cages.
Ensure workshop and maintenance areas are kept clean, organised, and hazard‑free.
Carry out general housekeeping duties across internal and external areas of the site.
Sweep, clean, and maintain safe walkways at all times.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness in workshop and storage areas.
Assist with organisation of storage areas and inventory supplies.
Assist operational teams as required, depending on workload.
Support loading and unloading of transport vehicles.
Drive company vehicles to transport parts to subcontractors and collect completed items, ensuring safe and timely delivery.
Assist in maintaining tools, equipment, and consumables.
Support scheduled preventative maintenance activities.
Identify and report potential safety hazards to the Facilities Manager.
Adhere to all health, safety, and COSHH regulations at all times.
Operate ride‑on floor cleaning equipment as required (training provided).
Operate Forklift Truck (FLT), overhead crane, and MEWP equipment (subject to valid certification/licence).