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Maintenance Engineer – Backstage Crew
At Bleckmann, we’ve been delivering on promises since 1862. As a market leader in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, we keep the show running behind the scenes—from moving boxes to maintaining systems, ensuring operations run smoothly for our clients and their customers.
Fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and values-driven, we’re The Backstage Crew—a supportive community of 6,500+ professionals that empower brands to shine. Everywhere you look, from warehouse floors to IT, we thrive by focusing on what matters most.
Let’s turn the spotlight on your potential.
About the Role
The Maintenance Engineer plays a crucial role in keeping our site, equipment, and facilities compliant, efficient, and running safely. You’ll provide day-to-day maintenance, support cost-saving initiatives, and ensure all operations abide by legal and company standards.
Location: Dual sites (Driving licence required)
Main purpose of the job:
- Provide daily maintenance to improve and sustain company assets.
- Ensure site/equipment compliance with legal and Bleckmann/customer requirements.
- Uphold Health & Safety regulations in all aspects of the role.
- Offer cost-effective repair solutions aligned with the role’s skillset.
Key Responsibilities
You will work collaboratively across business areas and perform:
Routine Maintenance & Weekly Testing
- Conduct weekly testing and reporting across both sites.
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
- Sprinkler systems
- Water flushing
- Emergency/Internal lighting
- Fire alarm systems
- Sanitary ware & disabled refuge compliance
- Additional requests as specified.
Minor Repairs & Refurbishments
- Plumbing/leak repairs (exterior/interior)
- Painting & interior decorations
- General property upkeep (e.g., kitchen/fire appliance maintenance).
Contractor Coordination
- Logistics and handling of contractors for PPM:
- Provide access, induction, permits, and sign-in/signout
- Monitor technician performance
- Sign off works ensuring all health & safety standards align with PTW (Permit to Work), RAMS (Risk Assessment & Method Statement), and INS (Inspections) requirements.
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Emergency Response & Reporting
- Swiftly prioritise urgent repairs while escalating issues per the Business Continuity Plan (BCP).
- Log and track maintenance repairs to enhance FM (Facilities Management) efficiency.
Utility & Cost Efficiency Programs
- Monthly utility tracking; report findings to aid financial planning.
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives via repair/admin performance improvements.
Procedural Compliance & Audits
- Monitor toolkit stock and conduct regular small consumable stock audits.
- Join the H&S Committee (monthly) and Facilities Committee (fortnightly) to drive continuous improvements.
Requirements
Training & Certification
- Electrical safety certification
- Water hygiene certification
- MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) & MHE (Manual Handling Equipment) training
- Availability for heights and manual work requirements confirmed by qualifications.
Experience & Skills
- Proven repairs/refurbishment experience.
- Strong understanding of maintenance procedures in warehouse and industrial sites.
- Knowledge of UK Health & Safety Legislation, CAMS compliance systems, and statutory reporting.
Personal Attributes
Underlying our dynamic work culture are key ambitions:
- Team Management: Collaborative, open-minded, and inclusive; recognised strengths to foster team growth.
- Problem Solving: Proactive with a willingness to take on challenges while owning corrective ideas.
- Influence: Adapting communication styles to gain support across all levels of the business.
- Relationship Management: Drive cross-department partnerships to ensure operational excellence.
- Inspirational Leadership: Exemplify integrity, accountability, and safety values by example.
- Outward Focus: Vigilant for external best practices to drive innovation and improvements continuously.
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What We Offer
Why Bleckmann?
Our employees drive client success and our growth—a commitment reflected in competitive rewards, holistic benefits, and an inclusive culture grounded in four core values:
- Take a parachute and jump (Entrepreneurship): Embrace bold ideas and quick, decisive action.
- Unpack your knowledge (Expertise): Master the tasks and insights that keep our systems seamless.
- Raise the bar with every box (Excellence): Continuous improvement mindsets fuel performance.
- Spark energy that connects (Engagement): Humanise business, sharp communication builds trust.
Competitive Benefits
- Salary: Competitive remuneration package aligning with industry standards.
- Leave Policy: 38 days’ annual leave (33 + 5 Bank Holidays).
- Pension: Generous pension scheme to secure your financial future.
- Wellbeing Initiatives: Holistic support through:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health.
- Occupational Health advice.
- Wellbeing online hub.
- Financial Incentives:
- Retail benefits & exclusive client discounts access.
- Enrolment in a salary exchange platform, offering discounts on retail, tech, travel, and more.
- Workplace Comfort:
- On-site parking available.
Join The Backstage Crew and discover a career defined by impact—where your efforts spark the success of brands and inspire every day. Are you excited? Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or a hard-working craftsman eager to grow, let’s step onto this platform together.
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