Facilities Technician

Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment is recruiting a Facilities Technician on behalf of our client, an established international company operating within a regulated manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of critical site infrastructure, facility utilities, environmental control systems and associated equipment. This is a hands-on technical position requiring a sound understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, equipment controls and preventative maintenance practices. The Facilities Technician will ensure that site services operate safely, reliably and efficiently while supporting regulatory compliance, equipment upgrades and continuous improvement activities. The role involves working closely with facilities, engineering, operations, quality and external service providers. The successful candidate will be expected to work independently, take ownership of maintenance activities and contribute to the ongoing development of site facilities and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Facilities Maintenance & Technical Support - Carry out planned preventative, corrective and reactive maintenance on facility infrastructure, utilities and associated equipment. - Operate, maintain and troubleshoot specialist environmental control and testing equipment, including temperature-controlled systems. - Maintain and support electrical and mechanical services, environmental temperature control systems and essential site utilities. - Diagnose and resolve technical faults involving PLCs, control systems, sensors, electrical power equipment and associated mechanical components. - Conduct routine equipment inspections, identify potential failures and implement corrective actions to maintain equipment reliability. - Ensure planned preventative maintenance activities are completed in accordance with maintenance schedules and equipment requirements. - Investigate recurring equipment faults, establish root causes and implement appropriate corrective and preventative measures. - Support the installation, commissioning, upgrading and refurbishment of facilities equipment and infrastructure. - Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to reduce unplanned downtime and improve operational efficiency. - Coordinate and oversee specialist contractors and external service providers undertaking maintenance, repairs and equipment servicing. - Communicate technical issues affecting site performance to the appropriate management and engineering personnel. Quality, Safety & Compliance - Ensure all maintenance and facilities activities comply with site health, safety, environmental and Quality Management System requirements. - Participate in safety meetings, risk assessments, incident investigations and workplace safety improvement initiatives. - Identify and report equipment safety concerns, unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents in accordance with established procedures. - Support equipment and facilities-related deviation investigations, non-conformances and root cause analysis activities. - Work with Quality and Engineering teams to identify and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPA). - Participate in regulatory inspections and customer quality audits where required. - Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, maintenance records and engineering documentation. - Coordinate facilities-related change control and equipment parameter change processes, ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals are maintained. - Promote and maintain high standards of housekeeping, workplace organisation, equipment safety and 5S practices. - Ensure maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with applicable procedures and regulatory requirements. Maintenance Planning & Coordination - Utilise the site's Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to schedule, record and monitor maintenance activities. - Maintain accurate preventative maintenance records, equipment histories and maintenance documentation. - Monitor unplanned maintenance activities and assess the effectiveness of corrective actions. - Manage spare parts inventory to ensure critical components are available for planned and reactive maintenance. - Maintain accurate stock records within the relevant maintenance management systems. - Liaise with purchasing and suppliers to support timely and cost-effective procurement of maintenance materials and replacement parts. - Assist with purchase order preparation and processing as required. - Schedule and monitor third-party maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with site requirements. - Support the preparation and monitoring of facilities maintenance budgets. - Assist in planning equipment upgrades, refurbishment works and facilities improvement projects. - Ensure effective communication and escalation of maintenance issues, equipment failures and operational risks. Continuous Improvement - Identify and implement improvements to facility reliability, maintenance effectiveness and operational performance. - Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives, Kaizen events and structured problem-solving activities. - Support root cause investigations and implement sustainable improvements to prevent recurring equipment failures. - Contribute to the development and maintenance of 5S standards within facilities and maintenance areas. - Participate in process mapping, Gemba walks and continuous improvement projects. - Monitor relevant maintenance and facilities performance indicators and identify opportunities for improvement. - Work collaboratively with engineering, operations and quality teams to improve site infrastructure, equipment reliability and maintenance practices.