Facilities Technician

Biotage; Hengoed; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Biotage is seeking a Facilities Technician to support the Facilities and Engineering team at the Ystrad Mynach site. The role is hands-on within a small facilities team, requiring ownership of tasks and the ability to work independently.

You will perform maintenance, support LEV installations, coordinate with contractors, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining documentation and using the Pirana system. A UK driving license and HS&E awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical installations.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in a craft skill, or a craft apprenticeship completed or in progress.
• Strong practical and problem-solving skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with site PPMs.
• PASMA, IPAF, and forklift truck qualifications desirable.
• Familiar with HS&E practices.
• Full UK drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building and site maintenance.
• Support engineering activities, including services and LEV installations.
• Assist and coordinate with contractors to ensure project completion.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Compile and maintain risk assessments, work instructions, drawings, sketches, calculations, and records.
• Carry out repair and modification work to site facilities and equipment, including electrical wiring and service installations.
• Complete development and maintenance tasks and update the Pirana management system.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrate self‑discipline and awareness of 5S, lean, and HS&E practices.

Skills

Independence

Attention to detail

Communication

5S/Lean/HS&E awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or craft apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Facilities Technician to support our Facilities and Engineering team at our Ystrad Mynach site. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining our site and supporting lean and continuous improvement initiatives across the company. This is a hands‑on role in a small facilities team, so the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks is essential.

What you\'ll do:

• Perform general building and site maintenance work.
• Support engineering activities, including services and LEV installations.
• Assist and coordinate with contractors to ensure successful project completion.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Compile and maintain relevant documentation: risk assessments, work instructions, drawings, sketches, calculations, and records.
• Carry out repair and modification work to site facilities and equipment, including electrical wiring and service installations.
• Complete development and maintenance tasks and update the Pirana management system.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrate self‑discipline and awareness of 5S, lean, and HS&E practices.

What we\'re looking for:

• Ability to work independently and manage own priorities.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills.
• Effective communication and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexible, adaptable, and eager to learn; a proactive \'can-do\' attitude is essential.
• Knowledge and application of 5S, lean principles, and HS&E practices.

Qualifications & Training:

• Experience in basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical installations.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in a craft skill, or a craft apprenticeship completed or in progress.
• Strong practical and problem‑solving skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with site PPMs.
• PASMA, IPAF, and forklift truck qualified - desirable.
• Familiar with HS&E practices.
• Full UK drivers license.

Salary: Up to £32,000 depending on experience.

Location: Fully onsite at Biotage, Ystrad Mynach