Paola, Malta

Maintenance Assistant

 Job Description:

Job Opportunity: Building Services Maintenance Helper

Salary: €13.440 -€18,000

The Role The Building Services Maintenance Helper supports the Facilities team in maintaining the organizations buildings, production areas, and guest-facing spaces. This role contributes to the overall safety, efficiency, and aesthetic quality of the estate by assisting with routine maintenance, equipment support, and seasonal operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

Facility & Estate Maintenance

  • Assist with inspections, repairs, and general upkeep of site buildings, including production zones, storage areas, administrative spaces, and supporting facilities.
  • Perform minor carpentry, painting, patching, and facility touch-ups to uphold high brand and aesthetic standards.
  • Support the maintenance of lighting, walkways, drainage systems, and structural components across the property.

Production & Equipment Support

  • Assist with the cleaning, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of industrial production equipment, pumps, and processing lines.
  • Participate in preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability and operational readiness.
  • Promptly report equipment concerns to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.

Mechanical, Electrical & Utility Support

  • Provide hands-on assistance to technicians performing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing tasks.
  • Help monitor and maintain HVAC systems, refrigeration units, and climate-controlled environments.
  • Support the maintenance of water systems, utility infrastructure, and sanitation systems.

Seasonal Operational Support

  • Assist with the setup, cleaning, and breakdown of seasonal equipment and work areas.
  • Provide general labor support during peak operational periods, contributing to safe and organized workflows.
  • Adapt to increased seasonal activity with a positive, team-oriented approach.

Safety & Compliance

  • Follow all site safety protocols, including PPE requirements, chemical handling, and specialized safety guidelines.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work environments.
  • Support compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Education: National Diploma in a maintenance-related field or equivalent technical certification.
  • Experience: Background in maintenance, construction, agriculture, or industrial environments is highly beneficial.

Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to safely operate hand tools and basic power tools.
  • Proactive willingness to learn facility-specific equipment and technical processes.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to follow technical instructions.
  • Physical capability to lift, carry, climb, bend, and work in varied environments.

Personal Attributes

  • Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused.
  • Detail-oriented with a positive attitude toward quality.
  • Adaptable to shifting workloads and comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.

Working Environment

  • Work occurs across production areas, storage cellars, and public-facing spaces.
  • Exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and seasonal outdoor conditions.
  • May require flexibility in hours during peak operational periods but core hours are Monday-Friday 07:00-16:00
  Required Skills:

Readiness Flexibility Support Lighting BASIC Sanitation Pumps HVAC Agriculture Plumbing Buildings Painting Preventive Maintenance Compliance Effective Communication Salary Instructions Components Reliability Storage Infrastructure Construction Regulations Troubleshooting Education Maintenance Teamwork Communication