Maintenance Technician

Oxwash | B Corp™️; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company dedicated to sustainability and innovation in textile care! As a vital member of the Maintenance team, you will ensure the efficiency of state-of-the-art laundry equipment in a dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology while championing sustainability initiatives. With a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement, you will play a crucial role in maximizing equipment uptime and contributing to a greener future. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous EMI share options

31 days holiday

Uniform and equipment provided

Employee discount on laundry services

Free mental health support

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Fully qualified engineer with electrical and mechanical experience.
• Strong knowledge of effective preventative maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on laundry equipment.
• Collaborate with external specialists for hardware issues.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Problem Solving

Preventative Maintenance

Technical Literacy

Teamwork

Education

Fully Qualified Engineer

Tools

PLC Software

Commercial Laundry Equipment

Job description

Location

South Marston Industrial Estate

Salary

£35,000 - £42,500 per annum

Working Days / Hours

4 on / 4 off (includes weekends on a rota basis) from 6:00am to 6:00pm

Contract

Permanent

About the Maintenance team in Oxwash - come and join the washing revolution!

Our mission at Oxwash is to eliminate the impact of textile care on our planet and its people. As part of our fast-growing Maintenance team in Swindon, you will be based at our flagship site, Big Blue I - the world's first industrial-sized facility, operating with Net-Zero emissions (Scopes 1 & 2).

Summer 2024 introduces new equipment, including a 5-metre Tunnel Washer, HyDro Water Reclamation System, and enhanced dryers, irons, and folders. The Maintenance team will ensure maximum uptime and efficiency of this equipment, operating 24/7. For more details, see our Sustainability Report 2023.

If you are seeking a new challenge in an innovative environment, share our mission, and want to be part of one of the top 100 organisations to escape to for 2023, then apply to join us. You could be part of the world's first Certified B Corporation carbon-neutral laundry service!

About The Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, this role involves performing proactive and reactive maintenance on laundry equipment at Big Blue and other facilities. You will work in a highly automated environment, using your technical skills to maximize equipment uptime and efficiency.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Servicing & PPMs - regular maintenance of equipment including commercial and industrial washing machines, tumble dryers, rotary irons, finishing and dosing machines
• Fault Finding - proactively identifying and preventing faults, reducing breakages and downtime, and reporting issues to managers
• In-House Engineering - maintaining machinery and the facility to high standards, contributing to continuous improvement
• Collaboration with external specialists - liaising with third parties for hardware issues and future installations
• Stock management - monitoring and ordering critical spares
• Health and Safety - ensuring safety procedures are followed and improved over time

Key Relationships

• Maintenance Manager - support and development
• Site Managers - task prioritization
• Shift Managers / Supervisors - equipment maintenance and specialist support

Requirements

Key qualities and competencies include:

Technical competency

• Fully qualified engineer with electrical and mechanical experience
• Familiarity with commercial laundry equipment and electrical/mechanical skills
• Driving Licence - clean full license required
• Problem Solving - ability to identify and solve issues proactively
• PPM - strong knowledge of effective preventative maintenance

Technology, automation and IT literacy

• Technical and IT literacy, with confidence in using technology to optimize processes
• PLC knowledge - understanding of PLCs and related software

Leadership and collaboration

• Teamwork and influencing skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Flexibility to support operations beyond usual role
• Positive, self-motivated attitude and willingness to learn

Sustainability & Values

• Champion sustainability initiatives and incorporate them into maintenance activities
• Embody Oxwash's values of creativity, excellence, and integrity

Benefits

Salary: £35,000 - £42,500 depending on experience

Additional benefits include:

• Generous EMI share options after probation
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), with options to purchase extra and take your birthday off
• Uniform and equipment provided, plus an allowance for work-related gear
• Employee discount on laundry services
• Free mental health support and a dedicated day off
• Health cash plan and enhanced sick pay
• Cycle to work scheme

Oxwash values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Please inform us of any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.