Multi Skilled Engineer- Mechanical Bias

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£50,000–£55,000 a year

Reading

Location

Full-time

Job type

Permanent

Contract type

On-site

Work setup

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In brief

The mobile multi-skilled engineer carries out planned and reactive maintenance across a portfolio of commercial properties. The role focuses on diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults while supporting broader building services tasks.

Best for

Experienced multi-skilled engineers with a strong mechanical background and a full UK driving licence.

Non-negotiable

Full UK driving licence required.

What you need

Required

  • Previous experience within hard services FM, technical facilities management or building maintenance

    Clearly required in the listing

  • Health and safety knowledge

    An understanding of health and safety legislation, safe systems of work and permit-to-work procedures.

  • Mechanical fault-finding experience

    Experience diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults, rather than solely coordinating external contractors.

  • Electrical and fabric knowledge

    Sufficient electrical and building-fabric knowledge to operate effectively in a multi-skilled role.

  • Recognised trade qualification

    You will be an Experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer with a strong mechanical bias and a recognised trade qualification, such as City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2/3 or an equivalent apprenticeship.

  • Administrative skills

    Good administrative skills, including the accurate completion of job records and compliance paperwork.

  • Building services knowledge

    Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, pumps, valves and associated building services.

  • Full UK driving licence

    A full UK driving licence.

Preferred

No preferred skills or technologies were clearly stated.

Your day-to-day

  • Perform maintenance and repairs

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Conduct routine building checks

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Manage documentation and compliance

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Coordinate with subcontractors

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Maintain vehicle and equipment

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Support general maintenance tasks

    Clearly stated in the job description.

  • Participate in emergency rota

    Clearly stated in the job description.

Experience expected

Level

Mid-level

Based on what the listing states

Years of experience

Not stated

No clear years requirement found

Evidence from the listing

Experience level

“…on, safe systems of work and permit-to-work procedures The ability to work independently, use your initiative and manage a varied mobile workload Good administrative skills, including the accurate com…”

What's on offer

Company van for business and personal use, which can normally be kept at home
25 days' annual leave
Birthday off, or the Friday/Monday if it falls at the weekend
One additional day's annual leave for each completed year of service, up to a maximum of 26 days
Private medical cover after 12 months' service
Two volunteering days following successful completion of probation
Employer pension contribution through the NEST scheme
Full job description (from employer)⌄

Your new company You will be joining a growing and established Facilities Management provider that delivers hard FM, building maintenance and specialist services to approximately 30 clients. The portfolio is primarily made up of commercial office environments, alongside some retail-related contracts. The business combines an in-house engineering service with specialist subcontractor support and is now strengthening its mobile engineering team by bringing more mechanical knowledge and fault-finding capability in-house. Your new role As a Mobile Multi-Skilled Engineer with a Mechanical bias, you will report to the Lead Engineer and work as part of a developing engineering team. You will carry out planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance and minor works across a varied portfolio of client properties. A key focus of the role will be diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults, reducing the reliance on external contractors and helping the business deliver a broader range of services directly to its clients. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out PPM and reactive maintenance in line with SFG20 and manufacturer guidance Diagnosing mechanical faults and completing repairs, aiming for a first-time fix wherever possible Working across HVAC, plumbing, pumps, valves, chillers, electrical systems and general building fabric Undertaking routine electrical testing, emergency-lighting checks and fire-alarm testing within your level of competency Completing minor installations, component replacements, repairs and improvement works Supporting with general maintenance, handyperson tasks, painting and fabric-related repairs when required Recognising when specialist support is required and working effectively with approved subcontractors Completing and updating jobs accurately through the CAFM/helpdesk system Working safely in accordance with RAMS, permit-to-work procedures and health and safety requirements Maintaining accurate logbooks, asset records and compliance documentation Monitoring plant and equipment condition and reporting recurring faults or lifecycle concerns Liaising professionally with clients, building occupants and subcontractors Managing your van stock, tools and spare parts Taking responsibility for the cleanliness, organisation and routine safety checks of your allocated company vehicle Participating in an out-of-hours emergency call-out rota as required Identifying service improvements and opportunities for additional works or account growthThis is a genuinely mobile role. Travel will include client sites across the wider region, with occasional longer-distance travel where operationally required. Overnight accommodation may be provided where travel falls outside reasonable daily limits. What you'll need to succeed You will be an Experienced Multi-Skilled Engineer with a strong mechanical bias and a recognised trade qualification, such as City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2/3 or an equivalent apprenticeship. You will also need: Strong mechanical training and practical fault-finding ability Previous experience within hard services FM, technical facilities management or building maintenance Experience diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults, rather than solely coordinating external contractors Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, pumps, valves and associated building services Sufficient electrical and building-fabric knowledge to operate effectively in a multi-skilled role An understanding of health and safety legislation, safe systems of work and permit-to-work procedures The ability to work independently, use your initiative and manage a varied mobile workload Good administrative skills, including the accurate completion of job records and compliance paperwork A professional and customer-focused approach when working in occupied commercial environments A willingness to support colleagues and undertake broader maintenance tasks when required A full UK driving licenceThe business is looking for someone who

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