Facilities Maintenance Technician
Location: Solihull
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday: 8.30 am – 5.00 pm (37.5 hours per week, with a one-hour lunch break).
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive, multi-skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician with a strong background in either electrical or plumbing disciplines to join our team. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a balanced mix of planned, reactive, and project-based maintenance work within a dynamic corporate environment. You’ll collaborate closely with the Property Management team and other departments to maintain and enhance our workplace while ensuring cost-efficiency and high-quality results.
Purpose of the Role
The Facilities Maintenance Technician will deliver day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and small projects across the portfolio. This includes ensuring work is completed to the highest standards, adhering to health and safety guidelines, and maintaining an excellent working environment for our employees.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform electrical fault-finding, repairs, and general plumbing maintenance, including fixing leaks and addressing Legionella assessment actions.
* Carry out painting, decorating, and preparatory tasks for office areas.
* Undertake minor carpentry tasks, such as repairs and adjustments.
* Repair and replace locks as required.
* Conduct equipment maintenance and basic internal/external building repairs.
* Perform Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) for electrical appliances.
* Deliver planned maintenance tasks in line with schedules while maintaining accurate records.
* Respond to reactive maintenance requests via the Service Desk system and complete tasks within agreed service levels.
* Assist with minor office moves and support light porterage and deliveries.
* Provide general support with other maintenance-related duties as required.
About You
Skills:
* A positive, problem-solving attitude and the ability to source solutions effectively.
* Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
* Self-motivated and organized, able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
* Exceptional customer service skills with a commitment to supporting colleagues and stakeholders.
* Ability to undertake general maintenance tasks, with a focus on electrical or plumbing skills.
* Knowledge of health and safety best practices.
Qualifications and Experience:
* NVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation or Plumbing/Water Systems (including L8 tasks).
* Proven experience working within a maintenance or facilities team.
* A full, clean driving licence.
Working Hours
* Monday to Friday: 8.30 am – 5.00 pm (37.5 hours per week, with a one-hour lunch break).
What We Offer
* Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days rising to 30, plus additional days for your birthday, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve. Option to buy/sell leave.
* Share Save Scheme: Buy shares at a discounted rate annually.
* Profit-Related Pay: Share in Paragon’s success.
* Pension Plan: Up to 10% company contribution.
* Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced parental pay and fertility treatment support.
* Employee Discounts: Savings on travel, shopping, motoring, and entertainment.
* Volunteering Day: A paid day to give back to causes that matter to you.
* Wellbeing Support: Digital GP service, wellbeing tools, discounted fitness memberships, and more.
* Career Development: A personalized development plan to help you grow, supported by our Platinum Investors in People status.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or call Anton on (phone number removed).
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