Multitrade Operative - InHouse maintenance and repairs in Wantage

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc, is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. We have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.

We are looking for a practical and reliable Multi Trade Operative - In House Maintenance and Repairs to support the day-to-day upkeep of our production site. This is a varied, hands-on role responsible for maintaining buildings, facilities, and common areas, ensuring the site operates safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. The role involves carrying out routine and reactive maintenance tasks across multiple trades, supporting waste management activities, and overseeing contractors working on site.

What will you be doing?

• Carry out a wide range of planned and reactive maintenance tasks, including general building repairs, painting and decorating, basic plumbing, carpentry, tiling, paving, drainage, and external works.
• Maintain building structures, plumbing systems, and drainage, including repairs to WC systems, taps, and unblocking drains.
• Ensure high standards of water hygiene across site facilities.
• Undertake general facilities duties such as furniture assembly and removals, grounds maintenance, site clearance, and keeping communal areas clean and tidy.
• Inspect buildings and equipment for signs of wear or disrepair and carry out appropriate remedial work.
• Manage, clean, and maintain tools, equipment, parts, and materials required for maintenance activities.
• Accurately record work orders, maintenance logs, and stock levels.
• Support the daily separation of waste streams and assist with hazardous waste collections and transfer documentation.
• Ensure all waste is recycled or disposed of in line with current legislation.
• Supervise and coordinate external contractors on site, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to a high standard.
• Ensure consistent application of health and safety policies, procedures, and site standards.
• Follow all Health & Safety requirements, including safe working at height and manual handling procedures.
• Prepare equipment and areas for refurbishment, deep cleaning, or surface treatment as required.

Who are You?

• Hands-on and practical: You enjoy working with tools, machinery, and solving technical problems.
• Safety-focused: You take responsibility for your own safety and that of others, and follow procedures diligently.
• Dependable and responsive: You’re known for your reliability and ability to act quickly when needed.
• Team-oriented: You work well with others and contribute positively to team dynamics.
• Detail-conscious: You take pride in doing things right ensuring compliance to any/all legislation.
• Adaptable and calm under pressure: You stay focused and effective in fast-paced or emergency situations.

What competencies will you need?

• Proven experience in a multi-trade maintenance, facilities, or building maintenance role.
• Practical experience carrying out basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating, and general building repairs.
• Competent and confident in the safe use of hand and power tools.
• Good working knowledge of health and safety requirements within a facilities, industrial, or production environment.
• Ability to carry out planned and reactive maintenance tasks independently and to a high standard.
• Willingness and ability to work at height, in line with safety procedures.
• Basic IT skills, with the ability to complete maintenance records, work orders, and documentation accurately.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and respond to changing demands.
• Good communication skills, with the confidence to work effectively with colleagues and external contractors.
• A proactive, flexible, and hands-on approach, with a strong attention to detail.

We are Offering...

• Annual bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance
• Enhanced Company pension
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Free on-site parking

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.