Field Maintenance Technician in Northampton, Northamptonshire

Impact Recruitment are working in partnership with a specialist provider of play, sport and recreational facilities, to recruit a Maintenance Technician to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, hands-on individual to join an established business, carrying out maintenance, repairs and safety inspections on playground equipment, sports facilities and safety surfacing at customer sites across the UK.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring equipment and facilities remain safe, compliant and in excellent working condition.

Location: Head office based in Northampton with UK-wide travel required

Salary: £27,000 - £38,000 per annum (Depending on industry and relevant experience)

Working Hours & Environment: This is a predominantly outdoor role, working at customer sites across the UK and in varying weather conditions. You'll be working core hours of 8am-4:30pm with overtime.

Benefits: Quarterly bonus scheme, hotel accommodation and subsistence paid when working away, use of company vehicles, and all tools provided.

Responsibilities:

• Carrying out routine maintenance, repairs and safety inspections
• Identifying defects such as structural damage, wear and tear, corrosion, rot and potential safety hazards
• Repairing or replacing damaged components in line with manufacturer guidelines
• Completing inspection reports, work orders and maintenance records accurately
• Identifying potential risks and ensuring unsafe equipment is made safe
• Maintaining company tools, equipment, vehicle and stock
• Ordering materials and parts when required.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with health and safety requirements
• Building positive relationships with customers and provide a professional service

Experience Required:

• Previous experience in a maintenance, repair, or hands-on trade roles.
• Confident using a range of hand and power tools.
• A good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A flexible approach to work and willingness to travel throughout the UK.
• A willingness to undertake further training and work towards relevant qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience working with playground equipment, sports facilities or safety surfacing.
• Playground inspection qualifications.
• Relevant health and safety qualifications, such as IOSH or First Aid.

The position involves physical work, including lifting, kneeling and occasional working at height. Overnight stays will be required depending on project locations, with accommodation and subsistence covered by the company.

Interested?

If you're a practical, hands-on individual looking for a varied role with a well-established business, we'd love to hear from you.

Impact Recruitment is working on behalf of a client as an Employment Business.