Maintenance Assistant

Travail Employment Group; Brigstock; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the recycling sector is looking for a Maintenance Assistant in Brigstock. The role involves supporting engineers with machinery repairs and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have basic mechanical knowledge and problem-solving skills. The position offers a starting salary of £26,640 - £29,650 with excellent working conditions and various benefits including free parking and a company pension.

Benefits

Excellent working conditions

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu jabs

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and assist in resolving issues.
• Familiarity with machinery like optical sorters and conveyor belts is a plus.
• Understanding of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance engineers in repairs.
• Conduct daily equipment checks.
• Manage spare parts inventory.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Maintenance Assistant - Kettering

Type: Permanent
Hours: Day Shift - 12-hour shifts on a 4-on, 4-off rota (06:00am - 18:00pm)
Start Date: Immediate
Starting Salary: £26,640 - £29,650 per year

Company Overview

Our client, a leading organisation in the recycling sector, is seeking a proactive and technically minded Maintenance Assistant to join their team. You will work closely with senior engineers and managers to uphold safety standards and ensure operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to enter the engineering profession, especially those with a technical background and a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving. Being supported by an excellent management team, this role offers the opportunity for someone to develop within the engineering sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Support maintenance engineers in repairing machinery and facilities.
• Maintain and follow service schedules in line with manufacturer guidelines and internal systems.
• Assist with on‑site repairs and breakdowns.
• Conduct daily equipment checks before and during shifts.
• Manage spare parts inventory and maintain accurate records of tools and supplies.
• Report issues to the Head of Maintenance or Site Operations Manager.
• Adhere to company health and safety standards.
• Ensure thorough handovers between day and night shifts using site‑specific templates.

Candidate Requirements

• Basic mechanical and electrical knowledge, with a willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with optical sorters, ballistic separators, and conveyor belts is advantageous (training provided).
• Understanding of health and safety practices is desirable.
• A proactive attitude with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to assist in resolving plant issues alongside engineers.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure.
• Experience in the recycling sector is a plus.

Benefits Package

• Excellent working conditions in a brand‑new facility
• Shower facilities
• Canteen and breakout area
• Free parking
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Paid volunteer time

Interested?

To apply, please submit your CV. For more information, contact Lynne at our Wellingborough office or email: (url removed)

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy