Site Based Technician

Dalkia Energy Services Ltd; Bicester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee recognition programmes

Company sick pay

Wellbeing programmes

Uniform and PPE

Smartphone and Tablet

Job summary

Dalkia Energy Services Ltd is recruiting a Site Based Technician for our Bicester site. The role involves carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across building fabric and systems, supporting site operations and delivering customer service to the client.

The position requires multi-skilling across trades, a full UK driving licence, and DBS clearance. You will work both independently and as part of a wider maintenance team, adhering to HSE policies and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Multi-skilled individual with experience carrying out minor repairs across multiple trades.
• Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Good knowledge of safe working practices and site safety regulations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Health and Safety qualification (IOSH or similar) if possible.
• Desirable: Experience in building service maintenance.
• Basic Mechanical Knowledge; Basic knowledge in A/C systems.
• Basic IT skills for Health and Safety reporting, Timesheets PPM's, and Reactive works.

Responsibilities

• Observe and promote high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Receive PPM instructions from CAFM system and undertake maintenance tasks accordingly.
• Ensure maintenance consumables are available and replenish stock.
• Carry out general maintenance and housekeeping to maximise life expectancy of equipment.
• Attend to reasonable emergency call-outs and communicate progress to client.
• Complete breakdown fixes when necessary.
• Keep plant areas clean and tidy and maintain site records/logbooks.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance within agreed timescales.

Skills

Multi-skilled

PPM knowledge

Safe working practices

Driving licence

Enhanced DBS

Communication skills

Team player

IOSH

Job description

About Dalkia UK

At Dalkia, we're driven by a shared purpose: tackling climate change and building a better, more sustainable future. We bring together talented people who share knowledge, challenge each other and grow together.

Backed by EDF, Britain's biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we're a people-first culture. With 5,000+ employees and £600m+ turnover, we combine the strength of a major group with a great culture, innovative mindset and inclusive values making Dalkia a great place to work and grow your career.

Site Based Technician

Bicester

40 Hours per week

Dalkia is seeking a Site Based Technician to carry out planned and reactive maintenance works to a high standard while ensuring compliance with company procedures, health and safety regulations, and client requirements. The role involves a wide range of building fabric and maintenance tasks, supporting site operations, and delivering excellent customer service across all activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe and promote high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Participate in Health & Safety Codes of Safe Working and other Environmental issues to ensure total compliance with both the client and Dalkia Health, Safety and Environmental Policy. Report any risks that might compromise a Safe Working Environment
• Receive electronically PPM instructions from the CAFM system and undertake all maintenance tasks in accordance with these instructions.
• Ensure all maintenance consumables are available and arrange replenishment of all items to ensure agreed stock levels are established.
• Carry out general maintenance and good housekeeping practices and plant room cleaning to ensure that the life expectancy of all installed equipment is maximized.
• If appropriate report on the performance of any sub-contracted works.
• Attend to all reasonable emergency call-out requests as speedily as possible and maintain good communications with the Client with the progress of all outstanding works
• Complete as and when necessary, any breakdowns.
• Ensure plant areas Dalkia are responsible for are always clean and tidy
• Respond to client's requests promptly.
• Maintain all site records and logbooks.
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance works within agreed timescales and to the highest standards.
• Complete maintenance activities both independently and as part of a wider maintenance team.
• Undertake minor maintenance and repair tasks without direct supervision.
• Carry out a range of building fabric repairs works.
• Follow all company procedures, site protocols, and quality management processes.

Perform general maintenance duties including:

• General daily walk around to proactively check on any defects
• Minor roof patch repairs
• Furniture moving and setup
• Weekly Tap temperature flushing
• Monthly Tap temperature Monitoring
• Monthly Emergency lighting testing
• Weekly fire alarm testing
• Repair/Painting and decorating
• Repair/Plastering and tiling
• Escort and monitor Dalkia subcontractors on site.
• Replenish local site stock and that any critical spares are available on site.
• Ensure appropriate waste management and housekeeping standards are maintained.

Essential Requirements:

• Multi-skilled individual with experience carrying out minor repairs across multiple trades.

• Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Good knowledge of safe working practices and site safety regulations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail
• Proactive, Highly motivated, and reliable approach to work.
• Qualification in Health and Safety (IOSH or similar) if possible.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience in building service maintenance.

• Basic Mechanical Knowledge
• Basic knowledge in A/C Systems
• Basic I.T skills as tablet will be supplied for Health and Safety reporting, Timesheets PPM's, and Reactive works

Benefits

• 25 days holiday increasing with length of service, plus Bank Holidays + birthday off, + option to purchase additional 5 days
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance (after 1 year service)
• Employee recognition programmes which reward exceptional achievements
• Employee Referral bonus with generous bonuses for 'referring a friend'
• The opportunity to use one working day per year volunteering to help the local community
• Flexible Benefits Scheme - including eye care voucher, store discounts for major retailers, salary sacrifice electric car vehicle lease scheme, personal IT equipment loans, impartial financial/savings guidance
• Company sick pay
• Access to wellbeing programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential 24/7 365 support on all lifestyle matters
• Full induction and training
• Smartphone and Tablet / laptop (where applicable for role)
• Uniform and PPE (where applicable for role)
• Access to our extensive career portal with career planner tool and online learning

Our Values

People First - It starts with health, safety and wellbeing

Better Together - A collaborative team

Trusted Partners - Dedicated to our clients' success

Taking Responsibility - Making a positive difference

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We're committed to an inclusive and fair recruitment process. If you need any adjustments please let us know, in confidence, our team is here to support you.