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  • Daniel Owen Ltd
  • Blackburn, Lancashire
  • 14/01/2026
Full time Construction Assistant Construction

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Assistant

Location: Large Commercial Building
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week)

Salary & Benefits:
Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package



Job Purpose

This client is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of a large commercial building. Working within the response maintenance team, the role involves delivering planned and reactive maintenance while providing a professional, customer-focused service.



Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out maintenance, repair, and inspection of building services, fabric, fixtures, and fittings

  • Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules and training

  • Respond promptly to reactive maintenance and breakdown requests

  • Assist with minor installation, upgrade, and adaptation works

  • Support fault finding on malfunctioning equipment in a safe and logical manner

  • Operate tools and access equipment safely in line with H&S requirements

  • Ensure correct use of PPE and adherence to health, safety, and infection control procedures

  • Maintain accurate job records and complete required paperwork

  • Liaise with building users to minimise disruption

  • Work flexibly with colleagues and contractors

  • Undertake training and on-site risk assessments as required



Skills & Experience Required

  • Experience in a general maintenance environment

  • Experience in a customer-facing role

  • Experience in a healthcare or complex environment (desirable)

  • Knowledge of mechanical systems (DHW, LPHW, CHW) (desirable)

  • Basic electrical knowledge or qualifications (desirable)

  • Experience using CAFM systems (desirable)