Building Maintenance Engineer (Foot Mobile)

Jones FM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zones 1–6 travel coverage

Overtime opportunities

Continuous training

Job summary

Jones FM LLP is seeking a reliable Foot Mobile Building Maintenance Engineer to cover London Zones 1–6. You will deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across commercial, retail and corporate sites, focusing on electrical, mechanical and basic building services.

The role requires strong fault-finding, client liaison and ability to navigate London's public transport, with opportunities for continuous training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial building services / facilities management.
• Foot mobile experience is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, fault-finding and minor repairs across electrical, mechanical and basic building services assets.
• Respond swiftly to client service requests and diagnose issues to minimise disruption.
• Conduct statutory compliance checks (emergency lighting tests, water hygiene/L8 monitoring, fire alarm testing).
• Serve as main on-site contact, maintaining relationships and communicating progress to site managers.
• Escort and oversee specialist contractors on site when required.

Skills

Foot mobile maintenance

Multi-skilled fault-finding

Client liaison

Public transport navigation

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Electrical (18th Edition preferred)

City & Guilds in Electrical

Job description

Working Hours: Monday to Friday | Standard Day Shifts

Package: Travel zones 1–6 paid as part of the package | Competitive Base Salary + Overtime

About the Role

Are you an experienced Building Maintenance Engineer who loves working on the move across London without the hassle of driving a van through city traffic?

We are looking for a reliable, customer-focused Foot Mobile Building Maintenance Engineer to join our dedicated contracts team. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs across a vibrant portfolio of commercial, retail, and corporate sites within London Zones 1–6.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, fault-finding, and minor repairs across electrical, mechanical, and basic building services assets.
• Respond swiftly to client service requests, diagnosing issues efficiently to ensure minimal disruption to site operations.
• Conduct statutory compliance checks (e.g., emergency lighting tests, water hygiene/L8 monitoring, fire alarm testing).
• Serve as the main point of contact on site, maintaining positive relationships and communicating progress clearly with site managers.
• Escort and oversee specialist contractors on site when required.

What We Offer

• Zones 1–6 travel card/expenses fully covered as part of your core package.
• Monday to Friday standard shifts—enjoy your weekends!
• Attractive base pay with generous overtime rates available.
• Full company kit, tools, PPE, and smartphone provided.
• Continuous training (e.g., City & Guilds, manufacturer training, health & safety certifications) and long-term career growth opportunities.
• 22 days annual leave

What We're Looking For

• NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds in Electrical (18th Edition preferred) OR Mechanical / Plumbing / HVAC disciplines.
• Proven experience in a commercial building services / facilities management environment (foot mobile experience is a major plus).
• Strong multi-skilled fault-finding ability across general building maintenance assets.
• Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable navigating London's public transport network efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional demeanor.