Maintenance Technician

Pelta Medical Papers; Beetham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a proactive General Maintenance / Handyperson in Milnthorpe, Cumbria. This role involves maintaining the production site through preventative maintenance and various repairs, ensuring safety and compliance in a professional environment. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in maintenance roles, a problem-solving attitude, and knowledge of health and safety regulations. This full-time position offers a salary between £28,000 and £32,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Confident in managing workload independently while maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine planned preventative maintenance on non-specialist equipment.
• Conduct general building repairs including plumbing, carpentry, and painting.
• Manage external contractors for specialized site work.
• Ensure health and safety compliance through regular fire alarm tests.
• Maintain the exterior grounds for safety and professionalism.

Skills

Proven experience in a similar maintenance or handy-person role

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Job description

Join a leading UK manufacturer as a General Maintenance / Handyperson, keeping a busy production site safe, compliant and fully operational through proactive maintenance and repair work.

General Maintenance / Handyperson

Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7AR

• Full time, permanent position
• £28,000 - £32,000 per annum dependent on experience
• Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Pelta Medical Papers Limited is a well‑established UK manufacturer operating within a highly regulated environment. The business places strong emphasis on safety, compliance and operational efficiency, providing a stable and professional workplace where high standards are essential to success.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and reliable General Maintenance / Handyperson to support the ongoing upkeep of our manufacturing facility. This is a hands‑on role suited to a practical, multi‑skilled individual who takes pride in maintaining a safe, functional and well‑presented site.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing routine "planned preventative maintenance" (PPM) on non‑specialist equipment
• Conducting general building repairs, including basic plumbing, carpentry, and painting
• Managing external contractors for specialised site works (e.g., HVAC or electrical)
• Ensuring health and safety compliance by conducting regular fire alarm tests and emergency lighting checks
• Maintaining the exterior grounds to ensure a safe and professional environment

The Ideal Candidate

You will be practical, dependable and confident working across a variety of maintenance tasks in an industrial or manufacturing setting. A problem‑solver by nature, you'll be comfortable managing your own workload while maintaining high safety standards.

About you

• Proven experience in a similar maintenance or "handy‑person" role, ideally within an industrial setting
• A "can‑do" attitude with the ability to troubleshoot problems independently
• Working knowledge of health and safety regulations (COSHH, manual handling)

How to apply for the role

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click ‘apply’ today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Maintenance Technician, Facilities Operative, Facilities Assistant, Site Maintenance Operative, Building Maintenance Technician, Caretaker, Facilities Technician, Property Maintenance Operative, Industrial Maintenance Assistant, Estates Operative.