Maintenance Technician

Adecco Portugal; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

5 days after 3 years' service

Job summary

Adecco are recruiting for Maintenance Technician roles within Northamptonshire Police Force. Location: Northampton. Permanent, full-time, 37 hours per week, 8am-4pm (3.30pm finish some days). Annual salary £25,242 - £26,703. Driving required. Duties include general and mechanical/electrical upkeep, safety compliance, and contractor coordination.

Role supports front-line emergency services with a focus on safe, compliant estate maintenance and responsive facilities management.

Qualifications

• Experience in general building maintenance or a multi trade role.
• Understanding of building safety and statutory compliance.
• Strong customer service skills and effective communication abilities.
• Full UK driving licence, as travel between sites is required.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Physical fitness for frequent physical tasks.
• Proficiency in workflow software and technology-driven processes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and reactive maintenance across the estate, including minor repairs to building fabric and fixtures.
• Undertake multi trade tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, and tiling.
• Conduct regular building checks and remedial work for auditing purposes.
• Assist with minor electrical tasks and HVAC checks under guidance.
• Report defects promptly to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Provide day-to-day facilities services, including room setups and general housekeeping.
• Escort contractors and monitor their activities to ensure quality and safety standards.

Skills

General building maintenance

Building safety compliance

Customer service

Full UK driving licence

Independent working

Time management

Physical fitness

Workflow software

Education

Trade qualifications (carpentry/plumbing/electrical)

Job description

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for Maintenance Technician's to within the Northamptonshire Police Force

Location: Northampton

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week 8am to 4pm with one day finishing at 3.30pm

Annual Salary: £25,242 - £26,703 per annum

Driving Required: Yes

About the Role

As a Maintenance Technician, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that estate assets are safe, compliant, and well‑maintained to support front‑line emergency services. Your key responsibilities will include:

General Building Maintenance

• Carry out routine and reactive maintenance across the estate, including minor repairs to building fabric and fixtures.


• Undertake multi trade tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, painting, and tiling.


• Conduct regular building checks and remedial work for auditing purposes.

Mechanical & Electrical Support

• Assist with minor electrical tasks and HVAC checks under guidance.


• Report defects promptly to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Compliance, Safety & Statutory Checks

• Support statutory compliance activities and maintain accurate records of inspections and repairs.


• Conduct risk assessments and ensure adherence to Health & Safety regulations.

Property Services Support

• Provide day‑to‑day facilities services, including room setups and general housekeeping.


• Maintain a customer‑focused presence, responding to staff requests and queries.

Contractor & Project Support

• Escort contractors and monitor their activities to ensure quality and safety standards are met.


• Support minor project works and refurbishments.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience in general building maintenance or a multi trade role.


• Understanding of building safety and statutory compliance.


• Strong customer service skills and effective communication abilities.


• Full UK driving licence, as travel between sites is required.


• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.


• Physical fitness for frequent physical tasks.


• Proficiency in workflow software and technology‑driven processes.

Desirable

• Trade qualifications in areas such as carpentry, plumbing, or electrical work.


• Experience in emergency services or public sector estate management.


• Awareness of fire safety and facilities compliance.

Why Join Our Client?

• Professional Environment: Be part of a professional and reliable team that values respect and operational readiness.


• Career Growth: Opportunities for continuous improvement and professional development.


• Generous Benefits: Enjoy an annual leave entitlement of 25 days, with an additional 5 days after three years of continuous service.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer.

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.