Maintenance Technician

Posting date:	05 September 2025
Salary:	£35,000 to £45,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	12 September 2025
Location:	Newport, Newport, NP19 1AA
Company:	Acorn Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	a1WNz000003L2l3MAC_1757070743

Summary

Maintenance Technician

Newport | £35,000 - £45,000 DOE | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 8am - 5:30pm | Permanent

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician on behalf of our growing client based in Newport. This is a full-time permanent position offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

About the Role:

As Maintenance Technician, you'll take the lead in carrying out general building maintenance and repairs across multiple UK sites. From electrical and plumbing work to cladding and joinery, your role is key to ensuring facilities remain safe, operational, and compliant.

You'll also be responsible for working with external contractors, responding to maintenance issues, and ensuring all tasks meet health & safety and CDM regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• General maintenance including electrical, plumbing, cladding, and basic joinery.
• Operating plant equipment such as cherry pickers and scissor lifts (IPAF required).
• Coordinating and supervising external contractors.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and reports.
• Ensuring all work adheres to company and legal health & safety standards.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience in electrical, plumbing, cladding, and general building maintenance.
• Valid IPAF licence (training can be provided).
• Full UK driving licence - willing to travel between UK sites.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
• Based in or near Newport.

Desirable (but not essential):

• NICEIC certification.
• SMSTS qualification.
• NEBOSH or IOSH Health & Safety certifications.
• Own tools (company tools can be provided if needed).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
• Company vehicle plus fuel allowance.
• Free on-site parking.
• Staff discount scheme for friends & family.
• Ongoing training, career development and progression opportunities.

Interested?

Apply now with your CV, or contact the Acorn by Synergie Newport branch for more information.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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