Facilities Technician

Pin Point Recruitment; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing site in Houghton-le-Spring, UK. Responsibilities include planned maintenance on boilers and HVAC systems, general building repairs, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have mechanical or electrical maintenance experience and relevant qualifications. This permanent role offers a salary of £40,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience required.
• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification is essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance on boilers, compressors, air systems, and HVAC units.
• Look after lighting, doors, and general building repairs.
• Support fire, sprinkler, and safety systems testing.
• Ensure water and air systems meet safety and legal standards.
• Work with contractors to keep essential services up and running.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Problem-solving

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification

Job description

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Permanent Staff position

Joining a leading manufacturing site, you will help keep the plant running smoothly — maintaining equipment, managing contractors, and ensuring everything from boilers to lighting stays in excellent condition.

What you’ll do:

• Carry out planned maintenance on boilers, compressors, air systems, and HVAC units
• Look after lighting, doors, and general building repairs
• Support fire, sprinkler, and safety systems testing
• Ensure water and air systems meet safety and legal standards
• Work with contractors to keep essential services up and running

What we’re looking for:

• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance experience
• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a hands‑on approach
• Experience maintaining a manufacturing facility

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