Maintenance Technician

Pure Staff Ltd; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated staffing agency is seeking an experienced maintenance technician in Droitwich Spa. The role involves conducting preventative maintenance on conveyor systems and machinery, ensuring regulatory compliance with safety systems, and providing hands-on support across various departments. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in metal work, welding, plumbing, and carpentry, with proven experience in improving operational methods. This is an opportunity to lead continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience demonstrating improvements in maintenance projects.
• Creativity in seeking operational improvements.
• Hands-on skills in metal work and welding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative maintenance on conveyor systems.
• Perform routine testing of fire safety systems.
• Coordinate contractor visits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Metal work

Fabrication

Welding (MiG, arc, tig)

Pipe fitting

Plumbing

Carpentry

Pneumatics

Job description

Description:

- Conduct preventative maintenance on conveyor systems and production machinery in line with operational manuals, manufacturer specifications, and technical drawings.
- Perform routine testing of fire safety systems and Legionella controls to ensure regulatory compliance and site safety.
- Provide hands-on support across departments for a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks.
- Maintain structural components and facilities, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, masonry, welding, and fabrication, while keeping maintenance schedules up to date.
- Coordinate and support contractor visits, ensuring all inductions and site safety protocols are completed.
- Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in full compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards.
- Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement action plans that drive operational efficiency and technical excellence.
- Participate in regular meetings to report on health and safety, planned maintenance, and preventative maintenance activities.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly to minimise downtime and maintain productivity.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with PUWER and LOLER regulations.
- Lead by example in promoting continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring sustainable and efficient practices are embedded in daily operations.
- Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies, contributing to a safe and sustainable workplace.

Skills:

• Previous experience in demonstrating improvements and contributing to strategic planning of maintenance projects, avoiding costs and downtime where possible.
• Clear evidence of having demonstrating creativity and success in seeking improvements in performance and operational methods.
• Previous experience working with metal work, fabricating, and welding, preferred MiG welding, arc welding, tig welding.
• Pipe fitting and plumbing.
• Carpentry.
• Pneumatics.

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