Facilities Maintenance Technician

Kandhu Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to ensure the upkeep and safety of the facility. The role involves performing maintenance tasks and basic repairs in a food manufacturing setting. Ideal candidates will have relevant trade qualifications and a hands-on attitude. This position offers job security and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Job Security

Work-Life Balance

Career Growth

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities or maintenance, preferably in food or FMCG manufacturing.
• Proficient in using electrical equipment.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical installations.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day upkeep of the building and infrastructure.
• Perform routine maintenance and light repair work.
• Conduct weekly fire door inspections and fire alarm testing.

Skills

Hands-on attitude

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Proficiency in hardware tools

Education

Apprentice-trained or NVQ Level 3 in relevant trade

IPAF certification

SEMA Racking Inspection & Repair trained

Job description

Overview

Facilities Maintenance Technician – Location: Southall. Highly successful food manufacturing business. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (some flexibility required).

Role

As a Facilities Technician, you'll support the day-to-day upkeep of the building and infrastructure. You'll carry out general maintenance tasks across the facility, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and light repair work
• Install items such as cabinets, desks, and undertake light carpentry
• Assist with plumbing, HVAC, and basic electrical repairs
• Painting, decorating, and pest-proofing the facility
• Conduct weekly fire door inspections and fire alarm testing
• Adhere to scheduled maintenance plans and complete work to deadlines
• Participate in regular operations meetings to report on maintenance activities and performance
• Oversee contractor work as per company policies

About You

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on, problem-solving attitude and a background in facilities or maintenance—ideally within food or FMCG manufacturing.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Apprentice-trained or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant trade
• IPAF certified (working at height)
• SEMA Racking Inspection & Repair trained
• Proficient in the use of hardware tools and electrical equipment
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical installations

Why Apply?

• Job Security - Join a thriving and stable business
• Work-Life Balance - Monday to Friday hours
• Career Growth - Opportunities for development in a dynamic industry
• Competitive Salary

Application

Interested? Apply today and take the next step in your facilities and maintenance career with a successful and supportive employer.

Kandhu Recruitment are specialist recruiters within the Food, Drink and FMCG Sector

"Kandhu Recruitment will consider all applications based on each candidate's suitability to the role or similar roles within the Food Sector and if we feel you are a relevant candidate we will process your application by adding you to our secure recruitment database and then contacting you to progress job opportunities further. We do not contact unsuitable applicants."

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Kandhu has fully implemented GDPR & Privacy Policies across its business and a copy of our Privacy Policy can be found by visiting our website. By applying for this role Kandhu will add your details to our database - assuming you have the right level of experience for the roles you apply for, after which we will be in touch