Facilities & Maintenance Technician (Forklift Certified)

Genuit Group; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuit Group is seeking a Maintenance Operative to support upkeep, safety and efficient operation of site facilities, equipment and infrastructure in the UK. This hands-on role covers maintenance across the site, assisting engineering and production teams and contributing to continuous improvement of the working environment.

The successful candidate will have practical maintenance experience in manufacturing or facilities, a valid FLT licence, and a proactive, collaborative approach to safety

Qualifications

• Valid Forklift Truck (FLT) licence.
• Practical hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or facilities environment.
• Experience supporting engineering or production teams.
• Experience within a manufacturing, facilities, construction, or maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and reactive building maintenance activities across the site.
• Complete basic joinery, plumbing, decorating, and repair work.
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, fixtures, fittings, and furniture.
• Carry out painting and cosmetic improvements as required.
• Repair and maintain washroom facilities including toilets and fixtures.
• Identify and report any building defects, hazards, or maintenance concerns.
• Assist Maintenance Engineers with planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Support equipment installation, repairs, and general workshop tasks.
• Prepare tools, equipment, and materials required for maintenance activities.
• Help maintain a clean, organised, and safe maintenance workshop environment.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities when required.
• Assist machine setters during tooling and product changeovers.
• Support machine tool changes and mechanical adjustment activities.
• Assist with movement, setup, and replacement of machine components.
• Develop knowledge of manufacturing equipment to provide practical support when required.
• Operate forklifts and mobile access equipment (including cherry pickers) in accordance with training and site procedures.
• Transport materials, equipment, and spare parts around the site.
• Collect parts, consumables, and supplies from external suppliers when required.
• Support loading, unloading, and storage activities.
• Work safely at all times and comply with company health and safety procedures.
• Follow safe systems of work for working at height and equipment operation.
• Wear and maintain appropriate PPE.
• Report hazards, accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Participate in safety inspections and improvement initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement projects across the site.
• Suggest practical solutions to maintenance and facility issues.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, production, and facilities teams.
• Demonstrate flexibility by undertaking a wide range of operational tasks.
• Maintain a positive and customer-focused approach when supporting colleagues.

Skills

Forklift licence

Hands-on maintenance

Health & safety

Teamwork

Job description

Genuit Group is seeking a Maintenance Operative to support upkeep, safety and efficient operation of site facilities, equipment and infrastructure in the UK. This hands-on role covers maintenance across the site, assisting engineering and production teams and contributing to continuous improvement of the working environment.

The successful candidate will have practical maintenance experience in manufacturing or facilities, a valid FLT licence, and a proactive, collaborative approach to safety