Hands-on Maintenance Labourer — Training & Career Growth

Advanced Engineering; Northampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Engineering in Northampton is seeking a Maintenance Labourer to join a hands-on engineering team. You will support skilled engineers with day-to-day maintenance, repairs and site tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have basic tool knowledge, a practical mindset and a desire to learn within an engineering setting. The role is permanent, with standard hours and on-site duties in Northampton.

Qualifications

• Some experience in a maintenance, manufacturing, engineering or similar hands-on environment.
• Basic knowledge of common hand tools and basic power tools.
• Good verbal communication and the ability to follow instructions.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Willingness to learn and develop within an engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting engineers and contractors with maintenance, repair and installation work.
• Preparing work areas and equipment ahead of maintenance activities.
• Carrying out basic building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Supporting engineers with basic machine maintenance and general site repairs.
• Completing planned maintenance tasks in line with the site's CMMS schedule.
• Moving equipment, materials and tools as required.
• Clearing waste and removing unused materials following maintenance work.
• Keeping engineering workshops, storage areas and workspaces clean, organised and safe.
• Ensuring tools and equipment are stored correctly and work areas are left tidy.
• Following all site health & safety procedures and wearing the appropriate PPE.
• Reporting hazards, defects or potential safety issues to the relevant supervisor.
• Supporting the wider engineering team wherever required.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Advanced Engineering in Northampton is seeking a Maintenance Labourer to join a hands-on engineering team. You will support skilled engineers with day-to-day maintenance, repairs and site tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates will have basic tool knowledge, a practical mindset and a desire to learn within an engineering setting. The role is permanent, with standard hours and on-site duties in Northampton.