Senior Maintenance Operative

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd invites applications for a Senior Maintenance Operative (Mechanical) based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire. The role is permanent, 37.5 hours weekly with every other Friday off, offering a salary of 31,000–£39,000 per year.

You will provide comprehensive maintenance and site support, handling mechanical tasks, equipment care, and event support while ensuring safe operations. Driving licence and City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent are requested.

Qualifications

• Mechanical qualification or equivalent with practical experience.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Strong maintenance and facilities knowledge relevant to site support.
• Competence in using hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Good physical fitness with ability to perform manual handling.
• Awareness of Health & Safety requirements and safe working practices.
• Proficient computer skills for reporting and record-keeping.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills for teamwork.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work and able to work independently.
• Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with others.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical maintenance and repairs on a variety of machinery, vehicles, pumps, generators and systems.
• Assist with inspections (LOLER, L8, PSSR) and support third-party teams.
• Operate site vehicles and equipment; forklift operation training provided as needed.
• Assist with machinery moves using lifting equipment and handling aids.
• Replace worn parts and rebuild equipment/mechanisms where required.
• Follow specifications and work instructions; contribute to team tasks.
• Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently and report defects promptly.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with Health & Safety and company policies.
• Support event set ups/tear downs and other site activities.
• Undertake any additional duties consistent with the role as required.

Skills

Mechanical qualification

Driving licence

Maintenance knowledge

Hand tools

Manual handling

Health & safety awareness

Computer literacy

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Forklift license

MEWP operation

Confined space

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 Mechanical

Job description

Senior Maintenance Operative (Mechanical)

Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Permanent, 37.5h, every other Friday off

Salary: 31,000 - £39,000

About the role

To provide a comprehensive maintenance and site support service, ensuring the safe, effective and efficient operation of facilities, equipment and workplace services. The role includes general maintenance duties, logistics support, furniture installation, event support, and leading the delivery of basic mechanical, electrical and plumbing tasks within established procedures and competency levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and repairs (Mechanical) to a wide variety of machinery, vehicles, pumps, generators and systems.
• Carry out and provide assistance to 3rd party inspections (such as LOLER. L8, PSSR etc)
• Operate site vehicles and equipment including Forklift trucks. (training provided where required).
• Assist with machinery moves using lifting equipment, trollies,rollers etc.
• Replacement of worn parts and rebuild of equipment/Machinery.
• Work from specifications, drawings and instructions individually and as part of a team.
• Use hand and powered tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records where required and report defects, hazards or maintenance issues promptly.
• Comply with all Health & Safety, environmental and company policies and procedures.
• Take part in team activities such as event set ups and tear downs.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the role

Basic Qualifications

• Mechanical qualification such as city and guilds level 3 or equivalent and/or evidence of experience
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Good understanding of maintenance and facilities support activities.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Good level of physical fitness and ability to undertake manual handling activities.
• Awareness of Health & Safety requirements and safe working practices.
• Computer literate.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Desired Skills

• Fork lift license (B1)
• Computer literate
• Manual Handling
• Use of hand and power tools
• Health and Safety awareness
• Effective communicator
• MEWP operation
• Confined space working awareness