Facilities Technician

Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
Matchtech

Job Description

This role is responsible for supporting the outsourced facilities contracts at multiple sites, ensuring the business meets all statutory compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the delivery of a strategic Facilities Management service across multiple sites.
• Support the implementation of a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedule.
• Be part of the duty callout team, offering support during out-of-hours emergency situations.
• Provide additional support to other sites in the region as needed.
• Adhere to and enforce the Health and Safety Policy, setting an example for others.
• Install and maintain critical electrical and mechanical business systems (subject to qualifications).
• Help ensure the business meets its statutory compliance obligations.
• Assist with the maintenance and modifications of buildings, equipment, and company assets as required.
• Identify issues and recommend solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Continuously review and improve job processes.
• Monitor and respond to Facilities-related help desk tickets on a daily basis.
• Serve as the primary key holder and first point of contact for security and fire services.
• Perform routine maintenance on all machinery and equipment under the Facilities Department’s remit, including troubleshooting, problem-solving, and minor repairs to minimize downtime.
• Assist with external contractors and ensure satisfactory completion of work before signing them out.
• Conduct minor building fabric repairs, planning and executing work to minimize disruption or risk to others.
• Organize modifications to desks, workbenches, and new equipment as required.
• Provide troubleshooting and maintenance support for office equipment when necessary.
• Report infrastructure breakdowns, issues, repairs, delays, or loss of service in a timely manner.
• Support day-to-day activities in Facilities, Health & Safety, and Environmental functions as needed.
• Perform any other tasks reasonably assigned by your line manager, including development activities within your capability and grade.
• There may be occasional additional activities or travel to other sites to maximize contribution to Ultra Maritime’s objectives.

Key Skills/Experience Required:

• Experience in Health & Safety and Facilities management.
• Strong understanding of Facilities, Health, Safety, Environmental legislation, statutory compliance, and best practices.
• Self-driven, able to effectively monitor personal performance and ensure deadlines are met while planning maintenance schedules.
• Proficient in IT and Microsoft software.
• Hands-on experience with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, and use of custodial hand and electric-powered tools.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Forklift truck license (preferred but not essential).
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with related experience.
• OSHA 10 certified (or equivalent).
• Associates Degree in Technology or Technical Certificate preferred.

Benefits:

• Optional 9-day fortnight.
• Time off in lieu (TOIL).
• Flexible working hours.
• 1pm finish on Fridays.
• Annual bonus.
• Hybrid working options for certain roles.
• Casual dress code.
• 25 days holiday with a Christmas shutdown.
• Option to buy or sell holiday.
• Option to purchase private healthcare, dental, critical illness, etc., via salary sacrifice.
• Reward hub offering discounts at over 200 online stores.
• 4x annual salary life cover.
• Pension plan starting at 5% employer contribution / 4% employee contribution, with the option to select employee contributions from 4% to 70% (subject to National Minimum Wage/Living Wage regulations).