Mechanical Maintenance Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Assistant to support the maintenance and operation of industrial laundry machinery and equipment. The role involves assisting with mechanical maintenance, fault finding, repairs, installations, lint removal, and preventative maintenance activities to ensure the efficient operation of the plant and equipment. The successful candidate will work closely with the Mechanical Engineers team and operations team to support daily production requirements and minimise equipment downtime.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, assembly, maintenance, and repair of industrial laundry machinery and mechanical equipment
• Support preventative maintenance programmes across plant and equipment
• Assist in diagnosing mechanical faults and troubleshooting equipment issues
• Identify and report machinery defects, wear, and operational concerns
• Support breakdown maintenance and emergency repairs when required
• Assist with replacement of mechanical components including bearings, belts, motors, rollers, pumps, and conveyors
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and workshop equipment safely and effectively
• Assist with maintaining maintenance records and reporting completed work
• Work collaboratively with operations and engineering teams to minimise downtime
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the maintenance department

About you

• Previous experience in mechanical maintenance, industrial maintenance, manufacturing, engineering support, or similar environment preferred
• Practical mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience working with machinery and tools
• Ability to assist with fault finding and basic troubleshooting of mechanical systems
• Experience working in industrial or production environments advantageous
• Welding, fabrication, or fitting experience beneficial but not essential
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and follow technical instructions
• Mechanical, engineering, maintenance, or trade-related qualification preferred
• Ability to perform manual handling and physically demanding tasks
• Comfortable working in industrial production environments
• Available to work evening/ night shift