General Maintenance Technician

Project Start Recruitment Solutions; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management provider is seeking General Maintenance Technicians to perform a variety of maintenance tasks across retail sites in West London. Key responsibilities include delivering planned preventative maintenance, conducting general repairs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will hold a full UK driving licence, have strong knowledge of health and safety requirements, and be able to carry out various fabric and groundworks repairs to a high standard. Salary is £32,421.43 per annum with additional benefits.

Benefits

Private pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Employee discount schemes

33 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Well-organized with effective workload and material planning skills.
• Comfortable using small plant and machinery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned maintenance works within agreed SLAs.
• Carry out general building fabric repairs and minor groundworks.
• Build strong working relationships with site teams.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

GCSEs (or equivalent)

iPad / PC literate

Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance

Ability to carry out varied fabric and groundworks repairs

Education

NVQ or City & Guilds in a relevant trade

Tools

Mercury system

Job description

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established and growing facilities management provider, delivering high-quality maintenance services across the UK.

Due to continued success and the award of new contracts, they are expanding their maintenance division and are now recruiting General Maintenance Technicians to support a portfolio of retail sites across West London and surrounding areas.

Company USP

Nationwide Facilities Maintenance Expertise

Our client provides comprehensive building and fabric maintenance services, covering planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works across multiple sectors.

Strong Retail Sector Presence

They support high-profile retail clients, delivering reliable and compliant maintenance solutions that ensure sites remain safe, operational, and presentable.

People-Focused, Quality-Driven

With a strong emphasis on health & safety, compliance, and professional development, the business promotes a supportive team culture and high standards of workmanship.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the role is to carry out a wide range of planned and reactive general maintenance tasks across multiple sites, ensuring buildings remain safe, compliant, and fully operational. This is a mobile position covering locations including Feltham, Hayes, Heston, Hounslow, and Twickenham.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver PPM and reactive maintenance works within agreed SLAs


• Carry out general building fabric repairs and minor groundworks


• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with Health & Safety regulations


• Build strong working relationships with site teams and internal colleagues


• Accurately update and close jobs using the Mercury system


• Assess service call requests and complete works efficiently


• Order, collect, and manage materials required for repair works


• Identify issues beyond repair, carry out surveys, and elevate with recommendations

Key Maintenance Tasks

• General fabric maintenance:
  
  
  
  • Basic joinery
  
  
  • Painting and decorating
  
  
  • Basic plumbing
  
  
  • Minor floor repairs (tiling and vinyl)
  
  
  
  


• Groundworks and hard landscaping:
  
  
  
  • Slab laying
  
  
  • Minor brickwork repairs
  
  
  • Block paving and kerbs
  
  
  • Concreting and tarmac repairs
  
  
  • Fencing works
  
  
  
  


• HVAC filter cleaning


• Maintain clear and accurate documentation


• Work collaboratively with the wider team to maintain site standards

Skills & Experience Required

• Essential:
  
  
  
  • Full UK driving licence
  
  
  • GCSEs (or equivalent)
  
  
  • iPad / PC literate
  
  
  • Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance
  
  
  • Ability to carry out varied fabric and groundworks repairs to a high standard
  
  
  
  


• Desirable:
  
  
  
  • NVQ or City & Guilds in a relevant trade
  
  
  • Multi-skilled maintenance background
  
  
  • Groundworks experience (channel drains, manholes, modular paving, concreting, tarmac, fencing)
  
  
  • Experience within facilities management, retail, or public sector environments
  
  
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Self-motivated with a positive and professional attitude


• Well-organised, with the ability to plan workload and materials effectively


• Confident working independently and as part of a small team


• Comfortable operating small plant and machinery


• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and adapts to changing priorities


• Proactive in identifying improvements and delivering high-quality work while maintaining site safety

Salary & Benefits

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• Salary: £32,421.43 per annum + Overtime


• Contract: Permanent


• Hours: 45 hours per week


• Holiday: 33 days annual leave


• Private pension scheme


• Private healthcare


• Life insurance


• Employee discount schemes


• Plus additional company benefits