Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Pluming Bias)

Manpower Group (UK); Newcastle upon Tyne; Sur place; GBP 34 000 - 36 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

On-call rota every 10 weeks

£160 on-call rotation payment

Ongoing training and development机会

Potential permanent position

Résumé du poste

Manpower Group (UK) is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician with a strong plumbing bias to join our maintenance team across Newcastle. The role centres on domestic plumbing maintenance and repairs within a diverse estate of buildings.

Working hours are 8:00am–4:00pm, Monday to Friday, with on-call rota every 10 weeks (£160). NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance and a Full UK Driving Licence are essential; the position offers a pathway to permanent employment after the temporary period.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance or equivalent.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Previous experience in plumbing maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilités

• Maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures such as taps, sinks, toilets and showers.
• Diagnosing and resolving plumbing faults.
• Planned preventative maintenance.
• Reactive maintenance and emergency repairs.
• Deliver high standard of customer service to building users.
• Support wider mechanical maintenance tasks as required.

Connaissances

Plumbing expertise

Fault finding

Customer service

Teamwork

Formation

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance

Full UK Driving Licence

Description du poste

Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Plumbing Bias)

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Pay Method: £16.11ph PAYE
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Contract: Temporary with the opportunity to become permanent

We're currently seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Maintenance Technician with a strong plumbing bias to join a well-established maintenance team responsible for a diverse estate of buildings across Newcastle. From historic listed properties to modern, state-of-the-art facilities such as the Helix, you'll play a key role in maintaining a wide range of properties and facilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a plumbing background who enjoys varied maintenance work and wants to develop their skills within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician, your workload will be predominantly plumbing focused, with around 90% of your day-to-day duties involving domestic plumbing maintenance and repairs. The remaining workload will include general mechanical maintenance activities across the estate.

Typical duties include:

• Maintenance and repair of thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs)
• Repairing and replacing taps, sinks, toilets and showers
• Diagnosing and resolving plumbing faults
• Planned preventative maintenance
• Reactive maintenance and emergency repairs
• Supporting wider mechanical maintenance tasks when required
• Delivering a high standard of customer service to building users

You'll be part of a team of engineers and plumbers working across a diverse property portfolio, with plans to further integrate the disciplines into one highly skilled maintenance team.

About You

We're looking for an individual with a strong plumbing background who is practical, reliable and customer-focused.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Previous experience in plumbing maintenance
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Positive, proactive attitude
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and adapt within a varied maintenance environment

We welcome applicants from a range of sectors, including Higher Education, Facilities Management, the Armed Forces and the Public Sector. Candidates with the right attitude and transferable skills who are looking to further develop their maintenance career are also encouraged to apply.

Additional Benefits

• Monday to Friday working hours
• On-call rota only once every 10 weeks
• £160 payment per on-call rotation
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

If you are a Mechanical Maintenance Technician with a plumbing bias looking for a varied and rewarding role within a respected organisation, we'd love to hear from you.