You'll work alongside experienced technicians to help keep our buildings safe, functional, and well-maintained. This role offers exposure to a wide range of maintenance and facilities tasks, giving you a strong foundation for your future career. What You'll Learn & Do With training and support, you will:

Carry out basic building repairs and general maintenance
Support routine inspections and testing (e.g. fire alarms, emergency lighting)
Maintain records, logbooks, and electronic systems
Assist with contractor supervision and inductions
Respond to helpdesk requests (e.g. room setups, furniture moves)
Support small projects such as office or lab moves and refurbishments
Join an out-of-hours on-call rota once fully trained

We're looking for a motivated, hands-on individual to join our Facilities Team as a Junior Maintenance Technician. This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in building maintenance, facilities management, or engineering.
Interest in maintenance, engineering, or practical work
Willingness to learn and develop new skills
Basic problem-solving ability
Comfortable using tools (or eager to learn)
Physically able to carry out manual tasks
Good communication and teamwork skills
Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated
Basic literacy and numeracy
Full driving licence (or working towards one)
Any DIY, mechanical, electrical, or building experience
Facilities or maintenance experience
Understanding of planned preventative maintenance
Awareness of health & safety practices
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (especially Outlook)
Experience in lab or scientific environments
Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle

40 hours per week, Monday-Friday (08:00-17:00, with 1-hour lunch)
Occasional overtime and call-out work once trained
Travel between sites required
25 days annual leave
Sick pay
Contributory pension scheme
Full training and career development support
Friendly, supportive team environment
Free refreshments and access to a subsidised café
Free on-site parking

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