Job Title: Maintenance AssistantLocation: Stoney Stanton, Leicester
Salary: £26,500 - £28,000 (DOE)
About Us: At Calor Gas, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency across all of our sites. We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant to join our team at the Stoney Stanton site. If you have hands-on experience in building work, carpentry, painting and decorating, or an engineering background, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
Key Responsibilities: As a Maintenance Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the maintenance department to ensure the smooth operation of the plant. Your responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring a safety-first approach in all activities to drive towards an incident-free workplace.
- Completing low-technical maintenance tasks such as pipework painting, fixtures, fittings, and cleaning conveyor trays.
- Maintaining a clean and tidy site, including site perimeter, grassy areas, and security fencing.
- Performing site tasks such as scaffolding erection, firewatching for hot work, and accompanying contractors or visitors.
- Supporting general labouring duties and dealing with issues as they arise.
- Contributing to continuous improvement efforts across site operations.
- Assisting with site equipment tagging and site bin management.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience and/or qualifications in building work, carpentry, painting, and decorating.
- Engineering background preferred but not essential.
- Practical experience on industrial sites, preferably high hazardous/COMAH environments.
- IPAF, PASMA, and Firewatcher trained (desirable but not essential).
- Strong organisational skills and ability to follow instructions and procedures.
- Excellent communication skills with a proactive and safety-conscious mindset.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends as required.
Key Skills & Personal Attributes:
- High concern for safety in operations.
- A strong sense of ownership and responsibility.
- Clear and open communication.
- A focus on delivering high-quality results and managing expectations.
- An eagerness to learn new skills and solve problems by identifying root causes.
- A supportive team player who is always ready to offer help when needed.
**Why Join Us?**At Calor Gas, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive team, where your contributions are valued. We offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
What can we offer you...
- Private medical insurance
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life Assurance of 4x salary
- Matched pension contributions of 4.5% rising to 7.5% after 2 years service
- Retailor discounts and many, many more!
For a full list of our benefits visit: https://about-us/careers
Don't tick all the boxes?
At Calor, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and unique talents. We understand that candidates may not tick every box on the list, and that's okay! We value individuality, creativity, and the ability to learn and adapt.
If you're passionate about making a positive impact, committed to growth, and bring something special to the table, we encourage you to apply. We believe in unlocking potential and providing opportunities for personal and professional development.
Join us at Calor, where your unique qualities are recognised, appreciated, and celebrated. We're more than a checklist – we're a community of individuals driving innovation and positive change.
**Ready to Take the Next Step?**If you have the skills and experience, we're looking for and are ready to contribute to a safety-focused, high-performance team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of a company that prides itself on operational excellence and continuous improvement.