At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily maintenance and operations of buildings and services for a safe working environment.
- Company: Join Marshall Land Systems, a leader in innovative engineering solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, skill development, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for growth in a global company.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while learning valuable facilities management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in facilities or maintenance is a plus; training provided.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 4DR
Pay: £28,000 to £30,000 per year, an excellent salary + benefit package
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Closing Date: 19/06/2026
About this job:
To provide day-to-day support in the maintenance and operation of the site's buildings, plant, and associated services, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-functioning working environment. The role supports the Facilities Manager in delivering operational efficiency and compliance across the manufacturing site.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Facilities Manager in the day-to-day maintenance of buildings, grounds, plant, and associated services.
- Assist with planned and reactive maintenance activities to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
- Carry out routine inspections of buildings, equipment, and site facilities, reporting any issues or risks promptly.
- Support the management of contractors on site, ensuring tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
- Assist in maintaining compliance documentation, including health & safety checks, fire risk assessments, and site audits.
- Help manage stock of maintenance supplies, ensuring adequate levels and timely replenishment.
- Support minor repairs and general site upkeep as required.
- Assist in preparing for and supporting facilities-related projects and small-scale capital works.
- Ensure the site is maintained in a safe, clean, and orderly condition, complying with all EHS requirements.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a facilities, maintenance, or general site support role is desirable but not essential.
- Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is an advantage.
- Familiarity with health & safety procedures and compliance standards.
- Basic understanding of building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, or mechanical systems (training will be provided where needed).
- Awareness of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to use basic hand and power tools safely.
- Basic IT skills for reporting issues, logging maintenance requests, and updating records.
- Successful candidate will need to pass a BPSS check.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to develop technical and facilities management skills under the guidance of the Facilities Manager.
- Potential to progress into more senior facilities roles, including Facilities Coordinator or Assistant Manager, as the site and business grow.
- Exposure to multi-functional teams and involvement in projects that support career growth in facilities management.
Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. It employs 600 people with major facilities in the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.
Facilities Assistant in Merthyr Tydfil employer: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Marshall Land Systems is an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for the Facilities Assistant role in Merthyr Tydfil. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to enhance your technical skills and advance into senior facilities positions while working in a collaborative environment that values safety and operational excellence.
Contact Details:
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd Recruitment Team
