Facilities and Maintenance Technician

Hengoed £32,000What You'll Do:

You will play a key role in keeping a busy site running safely and efficiently. This is a hands on position covering a broad mix of laboratory support, facilities upkeep and technical maintenance. Your days will include carrying out essential safety checks, supporting gas delivery systems, maintaining specialist lab equipment and assisting with general site improvements. You will be the main point of contact for technical issues on site and will work closely with the scientific teams to ensure everything is fully operational.

What You'll Bring:

• Experience working in a technical, facilities or engineering focused environment where safety and compliance are essential.
• Confidence supporting laboratory or industrial gas systems including handling, connecting and monitoring cylinders.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems with experience of pumps, motors or similar equipment.
• Familiarity with carrying out routine compliance checks such as PAT testing, legionella monitoring or fire walk inspections.
• A practical approach to problem solving with the ability to complete first line fault finding before escalation.
• Willingness to get involved in a wide variety of tasks including basic facilities repairs and minor DIY where required.
• Any experience with HVAC,would be highly advantageous but not essential as training can be provided.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate work, manage priorities and support multiple teams.

Why You Should Apply:

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a friendly and supportive environment where your work has a direct impact on day to day scientific operations. You will enjoy varied tasks, autonomy in your work and the chance to develop niche skills across specialist lab equipment. The site offers a collaborative culture, standard weekday hours with no shift work and a generous benefits package including annual leave increases, pension contributions and access to wellbeing and healthcare support.

Ready to Apply?

Contact Andy Jones to find out more.

Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role.

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