Maintenance Assistant

Equans is looking for a Maintenance Assistant to join our team in Burnley on a permanent basis for our Lancashire and Blackburn Schools contract. This is a full time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

General Overview:
The incumbent will play a pivotal role in ensuring the timely completion of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks in accordance with established schedules. This position involves meticulous filing of all assigned PPM documentation in their designated locations, as well as providing essential support to the technical team in resolving issues as they arise.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Efficient PPM Management: Take charge of organising, managing, and closely monitoring the execution of PPM tasks to uphold operational efficiency and compliance standards.
2. Resolution of Corrective Works: Proactively address and rectify any corrective works identified during the completion of PPM tasks, ensuring prompt resolution to minimise operational disruptions.
3. Technical Support: Extend assistance to the technical team as needed, demonstrating flexibility and readiness to address site-wide issues promptly and effectively.
4. Routine Maintenance Tasks: Execute minor routine maintenance tasks as outlined in the PPM program, including scheduled maintenance activities during school holidays, to maintain the integrity of school facilities.
5. Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor and make necessary adjustments to ensure optimal performance of plant and associated systems, adhering to predefined operational thresholds.
6. Inspections and Reporting: Conduct comprehensive internal and external inspections of school premises, diligently documenting findings and assisting in the preparation of insightful reports to inform decision-making.
7. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and updated records of maintenance activities and related documentation, facilitating efficient tracking and analysis of maintenance performance metrics.
8. After-Hours Support: Be available for after-hours support activities as required, demonstrating a commitment to ensuring uninterrupted service delivery.
9. Resource Management: Ensure availability of adequate supplies and consumables necessary for job completion, proactively managing inventory levels to prevent disruptions.
10. Waste Management Compliance: Adhere to established procedures for the safe and efficient handling of waste materials, contributing to environmental sustainability efforts.
11. Adverse Weather Response: Respond to adverse weather conditions in a safe and responsible manner, implementing appropriate measures to mitigate risks and ensure continuity of operations.
12. Safety Compliance: Carry out all duties in strict accordance with established safe working practices, statutory regulations, company policies, and recommended guidelines to promote a culture of safety excellence.
13. Issue Reporting and Recommendations: Promptly report any identified issues to the Supervisor, providing insightful recommendations for enhancing service quality and efficiency.
14. Continuous Development: Pursue ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay abreast of evolving industry standards and maintain service excellence.
15. Storekeeping: Maintain organised and efficient storage of equipment, tools, and materials to facilitate easy accessibility and inventory management.
16. Coverage of RP Duties: Assume responsibilities for RP duties during absences, ensuring seamless continuity of essential services.
17. Collaborative Approach: Foster a collaborative and cooperative working environment, actively engaging with colleagues, school representatives, and facility users to deliver a customer-focused service aligned with the school’s objectives.
18. Safety Culture Advocacy: Uphold the company’s commitment to a Safety First, Incident & Injury-free culture, actively promoting safety awareness and adherence to best practices.
19. Stakeholder Engagement: Foster positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure alignment with service delivery goals and enhance overall customer satisfaction.

Complexity:
1. Demonstrate the Company’s core values.
2. Demonstrate an observable commitment to Behavioural Safety and embracing a Safety First, Incident & Injury Free culture.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

ENGENG

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.