Warehouse Maintenance Operative

Warehouse Maintenance Operative – Peterborough

Reference Number: 745364

Location: Waterworth Road, Alwalton Hill, Great Haddon Gateway, PE7 3AG, Peterborough

Employment Type: Part-Time / Flexible (20-hour contract, with options up to 40 hours for the right candidate) | Experienced

Salary: £28,500 - £31,500 per annum (pro rata)

About Us

At Bridge Staffing Agency, we believe that taking the next step in your technical and operational career should be an empowering, collaborative journey. We act as your dedicated personal partner, bridging skilled maintenance talent with premier logistics and distribution opportunities at industry leaders like Lidl GB. Known globally for its efficiency, secure growth, and fast-paced warehouse operations, Lidl offers an incredible environment for hard-working, focused professionals to thrive. If you are a hands-on mechanical expert ready to keep a major distribution hub running smoothly in Peterborough, we are here to support, guide, and champion your application every single step of the way.

Role Overview

As a Warehouse Maintenance Operative, you will keep Lidl’s distribution centre and stores ticking along nicely by looking after vital equipment, machinery, fixtures, and fittings. From problem-solving mechanical faults and servicing fleets to acting as a health and safety champion, your flexible approach to shifts will provide a workplace full of variety, fresh challenges, and rewarding responsibilities.

Core Responsibilities:

• Fleet & Equipment Servicing: Continually manage, repair, and service equipment, updating service schedules and maintenance records accurately.

• Breakdown Resolution: Swiftly troubleshoot issues and fix breakdowns to support all departments across the warehouse team.

• Mechanical Handling Equipment (MHE): Perform fault-finding and problem-solving on a wide range of MHE.

• Contractor Collaboration: Work alongside and collaborate with external contractors to execute complex maintenance tasks safely and efficiently.

• Health & Safety Culture: Follow and actively encourage good working practices, serving as the go-to health and safety guru on site.

What We Are Looking For

To excel in this vital maintenance role, you should bring a strong technical background, a positive mindset, and acute attention to detail:

• Technical Confidence: Proven confidence working with mechanical equipment, including PPTs (Powered Pallet Trucks), LLOPs (Low Level Order Pickers), and FLTs (Forklift Trucks).

• Repair & Maintenance Skills: The ability to operate, repair, and maintain machinery and existing fleet assets within a busy warehouse.

• Tool Proficiency: Practical expertise utilizing standard hand tools and specialist lifting equipment safely.

• Personal Drive: High levels of motivation, a positive "can-do" attitude, and strong initiative.

• Organizational Flair: A natural flair for multi-tasking to prioritize conflicting deadlines with an eye for detail in a high-pressure environment.

What You Will Receive

Lidl GB rewards your technical expertise with a competitive compensation framework and comprehensive perks designed to support your lifestyle:

• Competitive Salary: An annual salary of £28,500 to £31,500 per annum (pro rata).

• Flexible Contract Options: Standard 20-hour contract with flexibility to offer 20 to 40 hours for the right candidate depending on preference.

• Generous Leave: 30 to 35 days of annual holiday allowance (pro rata).

• Exclusive Discounts: A 10% in-store discount across groceries and goods.

• Financial Security: A reliable contributory pension scheme to safeguard your future.

• Family Support: Enhanced family leave options to assist you through key personal milestones.

• Professional Development: Ongoing technical training programs and clear avenues for career growth within the business.