Facilities Technician

Vets for Pets; Stafford; On-site; GBP 26,500 - 35,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave with bank holidays

Birthday day off

Pension plan

Health Insurance

Life assurance

Pets discount scheme

Treats benefits package

Job summary

Pets at Home is seeking a Facilities Technician for the Stafford Fulfilment Centre. The role covers reactive and proactive maintenance of plant and equipment, with a focus on keeping the site productive and ensuring safe operations.

You will work within the Engineering Team at the Stafford FC. The ideal candidate has multi-disciplinary electrical and mechanical skills, experience with maintenance systems, and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Multiskilled in electrical and mechanical disciplines.
• Experience implementing planned maintenance systems.
• Able to diagnose and repair a wide range of equipment.
• Can read and interpret mechanical/electrical schematics.
• Adheres to health and safety regulations at all times.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Independent worker who also fits in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and proactive maintenance to site plant and equipment.
• Maintain high equipment availability for internal customers.
• React to breakdowns quickly and communicate with stakeholders.
• Conduct regular checks and test systems for safe operation.
• Collaborate with contractors and suppliers.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Planned maintenance systems

Diagnostics & repair

Reading schematics

Health & safety compliance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tool use (hand & power)

Troubleshooting

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Facilities Technician

Stafford Fulfilment Centre

£31,000 | 39 hours | Mon‑Fri Days and Noons rotating shift pattern

At Pets, our aim is to give the nation’s pets what they need to be at their ball‑chasing, tail‑wagging best. Because we will not rest until every spaniel has a squeezy toy. Every calico has a cat tree. Every rabbit has a run. We are motivated to find the best talent in the Logistics & Distribution industry. Right now, we are looking for a technician to join our Engineering Team at our Fulfilment Centre in Stafford.

The Role

We are looking to recruit a technician with experience in the maintenance of all plant and equipment associated with a major distribution centre.

The Facilities Technician will be responsible in providing both a reactive and pro‑active maintenance service within the FC. The role has a direct impact on the site, its productivity and operation. If equipment is not available or performs badly, it minimizes the capacity and throughput of the site.

Key Responsibilities

• To put health & safety best practices first in all work conducted, ensuring compliance with all health & safety standards and regulations.
• To perform routine maintenance and servicing on a variety of equipment and systems.
• To react quickly to breakdowns, and to communicate clearly with affected parties and to work efficiently to fix the issue.
• To conduct checks and inspections on a regular basis and test systems for safe operation.
• To provide high levels of equipment availability to our internal customers.
• Consult with contractors and suppliers.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proficient in both electrical and mechanical disciplines, with a multi‑skilled approach.
• Hands‑on experience in implementing and maintaining planned maintenance systems.
• Skilled in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Thorough understanding of health and safety regulations, always ensuring compliance.
• Excellent communication skills, able to effectively collaborate and convey information.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently while also thriving in a team‑oriented environment.
• Extensive experience in fault‑finding and repairs across building systems, including HVAC, dock doors, plumbing, electrical, and general facility maintenance.
• Proficient in the use of both hand and power tools, with a solid foundation of practical skills.
• Competent in basic computer applications, ensuring smooth operation of maintenance‑related software systems.

What you will get in return

• Attractive rates of pay.
• Annual leave (including bank holidays), with an increase after 2 years continuous service.
• An extra day’s holiday when it is your birthday.
• Stakeholder pension plan.
• Personal Health Insurance scheme (if in pension scheme).
• Life assurance.
• 20% Pets at Home discount scheme after 12 weeks service.
• Pets’ “Treats” voluntary benefits package.