Maintenance Operative Non-Food Sorter

Maintenance Operative – Non-Food Sorter (via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency)

Salary: £13.80 up to £14.45 per hour

Location: Luton, LU4 9TX (Woodside Link, Houghton Road, Chalton Warehouse)

Contract: Full-Time (40-Hour Contract), Permanent (Working any 5 days out of 7)

Shifts: Back Shift (14:00 PM - 22:30 PM) with flexibility to cover hours between 06:00 AM and 22:30 PM

Experience Level: Entry Level (with relevant tech/maintenance foundations)

Reference Number: 719781

The Opportunity

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we match technically minded individuals with robust companies where they can build a long-term future. We are currently recruiting a Maintenance Operative / Non-Food Sorter to join a highly specialized maintenance team at a major distribution centre in Luton.

Our client’s maintenance teams are always on the move, keeping the logistics hub running smoothly. In this unique role, you will take hands-on pride in ensuring a state-of-the-art Automated Sortation system stays in top condition. This is an incredible opportunity to gain specialized experience from the ground up with cutting-edge material handling equipment. Fully comprehensive training will be provided to set you up for absolute success.

Note on Physical Requirements: This position involves working at heights, climbing ladders, operating in confined spaces, and standing for extended periods.

What You’ll Do

• System Operations: Oversee the daily operation of the Automated Sortation system to ensure optimal functionality.

• Preventative Maintenance: Work with the Assistant Team Manager to implement maintenance schedules and identify system improvements.

• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair minor electromechanical issues and perform computer-based technical adjustments (post-training).

• Cross-Department Collaboration: Communicate regularly with other warehouse teams to ensure seamless automation integration.

• Reporting & Documentation: Keep meticulous records of repairs, maintenance logs, and run daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.

What You’ll Need

• Essential experience in a maintenance or technical role (ideally within a warehouse or distribution environment).

• Confidence working with mechanical equipment (e.g., PPTs, LLOPs, FLTs), hand tools, and lifting gear.

• Relevant maintenance-related qualifications or foundational technical experience.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail in a high-speed environment.

• Desired but not required: Experience with automated conveyors/sorters and knowledge of SAP EWM.

• A positive, reliable work ethic with the initiative to multi-task and handle conflicting deadlines.

What You’ll Receive

In addition to a competitive hourly rate and premier training, you will join an expansive, secure business that looks after its team:

• Competitive Pay: £13.80 - £14.45 per hour based on equal opportunity structures.

• Time Off: 30–35 days of holiday per year.

• Perks & Discounts: A company pension scheme, employee discounts on store products, and corporate perks on holidays, days out, and cinema tickets.

• The "Supportive Bridge" Advantage: We guide you through the technical application stages, streamline your references/vetting, and help you put your best foot forward.