Building Services Technician

RS Group; Corby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global distribution company in Corby is seeking a Building Services Technician to ensure effective repairs and maintenance of operational equipment. The role requires expertise in HVAC and electrical systems, proactive incident response, and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a trade apprenticeship and relevant certifications, with a hands-on approach to resolving technical issues. Join a dynamic team committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical installation and monitoring.
• Hands-on technical experience with warehouse equipment.
• Proven track record of fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Respond to operational and office-related issues.
• Manage HVAC, lighting, and electrical infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety guidelines.

Skills

Electrical qualifications (C&G certified)

HVAC maintenance experience

Ability to safely work at height

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Recognized trade apprenticeship or equivalent training

Tools

Planned Preventative Maintenance Systems

Job description

Overview

Working out of our Corby Distribution Centre, the Building services Technician is responsible for Quick incident response to Operations and Office related issues; effecting repairs or making adjustments to ensure the maximum uptime, safety and operating efficiency of the equipment. RS’s global 24/7 operation, is shipping in excess of 60,000 parcels daily, so keeping our DC’s working optimally is key to our success!

What you can expect to be doing:

• Responsible for balancing and prioritising own workload
• Quick incident response to Operations and Offices related issues; effecting repairs or making adjustments to ensure the maximum uptime, safety and operating efficiency of the equipment.
• Supporting the departmental/project shift manager in developing and implementing continuous improvement ideas and projects.
• Set priorities for attending to problems in more than one location. Liaising with operators and managers as required.
• Taking ownership of workshop/office activates to support the above, including: spares availability, improvement of procedures, sourcing items, etc.
• Cradle-to-Grave support and management of all site HVAC, Lighting and Electrical infrastructure.
• Locating, managing and controlling spares usage, including contacting suppliers for prices etc.
• Identification of opportunities, development of proposals, and implementation of solutions that deliver tangible improvements to operations, offices and the facilities departments.
• Management of contractors, suppliers and internal resource, including allocation of work, preparation of required specifications and ensuring the contractor delivers to the agreed specification.
• Ensuring all work adheres to Health & Safety guidelines, policies, legislation and requirements.
• Liaise closely with the Offices, Operations, Facilities and Projects teams.
• Responsibility for site HVAC and electrical documents, plans and testing and monitoring of associated equipment.
• First response for breakdowns and maintenance of Goods/Passenger lifts, Warehouse powered doors/shutters, Dock levellers and various other site building equipment • Large-scale involvement on any project work concerning (including purchase of) new HVAC, Lighting or Electrical Distribution boards

What we’re looking for:

• A recognised trade apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.
• Electrical qualifications of at least C&G certified
• HVAC maintenance experience
• Electrical installation, testing and monitoring experience
• Ability to safely work at height
• Computer literate with knowledge of MS Office and Planned Preventative Maintenance Systems.
• Electrical and Mechanical experience in Warehouse and Offices environments.
• Experience of working with the pressures associated within a time critical, distribution/operational/manufacturing environment.
• Training and Experience in the operation, fault-finding and repair or various site warehouse equipment including basic electronics, industrial electrical applications, pneumatics and hydraulics, motor/gear boxes, associated equipment.
• Proven track record of fault finding.
• Hands-on technical experience and expertise.
• Self-Managing person with the ability to plan and manage priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to all levels of the business.
• Excellent data analysis and problem solving skills for the evaluation of logistics and technical issues.

We are RS Group

At RS we’ve been solving engineering problems for over 80 years: big ones, small ones, easy and difficult ones. We turn the ‘what ifs’ into the ‘why nots’, turning customer challenges into achievements. Across the industrial design, manufacturing and maintenance worlds, we’re the digital destination for product and service solutions to help our customers with the maintenance, repair and operation of their businesses. Together, we have one purpose: To make amazing happen for a better world–and have fun doing it. It won’t always be easy, but we’ll make every day better. It’s in the DNA of our people to do the right thing and deliver brilliant results. We’ll invest in your development and wellbeing–because building a more diverse and inclusive culture, being ethical, responsible and committed to our Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) action plan is at the heart of everything we do. Join over 7,000 colleagues worldwide. Together, we can make great things happen. Aim for amazing and beyond.

Are you ready to explore the possibilities?

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