Building Services Engineer

Pareto Facilities Management; Luton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider is seeking a Building Services Engineer Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations at a site in Luton. This role involves managing planned and reactive works, supervising a small team, and ensuring compliance in a unique airport environment. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, and strong leadership skills. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career progression within a close-knit team.

Benefits

Company car provided

Additional call out payment

Qualifications

• 5 years of verifiable work history with no gaps is required.
• Complete a basic DBS check.
• Experience in facilities maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance activities on-site.
• Manage a small team ensuring effective performance.
• Act as the main contact for the client.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Health & Safety Compliance

Communication

Organizational Skills

Basic IT Skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Basic IT Systems

Job description

Building Services Engineer

Salary: £45,000 - £48,000 DOE
Location: Luton
Working hours: 40 hours – two shift patterns; 7am - 4pm and 9am - 6pm
Call out rota: Additional payment on top of salary, currently 1 in every 4 weeks, Monday – Sunday (to be discussed further at interview)

Other key details:

• 5 years of verifiable work history with no gaps is required

• Complete a basic DBS check

• Additional security background checks, to be discussed at interview

• Company car provided (driving license required due to location of client site)

• 1st Interview – Meet Account Manager on Teams

• 2nd Interview – Technical Interview

• Final conversation – Onsite with the client & Account Manager

About the role

As the Building Services Engineer Supervisor, you will lead maintenance operations for one of our prestigious clients based in Luton. As a key on site point of contact for the client, this hands‑on role involves managing PPM and reactive works, supervising a small team and ensuring full compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to step into a leadership position within facilities management.

Day-to-day responsibilities also include:

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to ensure the site, hangar and associated buildings remain safe, compliant and fully operational

• Diagnose, fault find and resolve technical issues, escalating where specialist support is required

• Liaise professionally with the client, on‑site supervisor, subcontractors and other stakeholders to keep them informed of progress and works outstanding

Where you’ll work

This is a single‑site role supporting a unique and varied environment across:

• Hangar 61

• Buildings 99, 100, 100A

• FTC Facility

This contract offers exposure across office space, warehouse facilities and a working airport hangar, making day‑to‑day activity far more engaging than a typical commercial building.
You will be onsite five days per week, becoming a trusted presence for the client.

Team, structure & support

• You will work closely with another experienced engineer already based on site

• This engineer will act as a day‑to‑day support and knowledge resource, helping you quickly build familiarity with assets and systems

• You will report into the Team Supervisor and the client on‑site

• You will lead by example and may be expected to coordinate tasks with others where required

This role will particularly suit an engineer who is:
✔ A natural leader in their work approach
✔ Comfortable dealing with contractors, colleagues and clients
✔ Confident taking ownership of outcomes

Basic IT ability is required to upload service sheets and update maintenance records — only basic inputting, no advanced systems knowledge needed.

Key Responsibilities

(Original list retained)

• Oversee all planned and reactive maintenance activities on‑site

• Manage and lead a small team, ensuring effective performance and shift cover for the operation

• Act as the main on‑site contact for the client, building strong working relationships

• Coordinate and supervise external contractors and compliance tasks

• Ensure statutory maintenance and documentation are fully up to date

• Order materials, quote for minor works, and manage permits to work

• Provide regular updates and reports to the Account Manager

• Participate in the out‑of‑hours callout rota (currently one in four) to provide emergency response support

Qualifications and Experience

(Original list retained + essential IT line)

• Previous experience in building or facilities maintenance

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and compliance requirements

• Excellent communication and organisational skills

• Basic IT skills required to upload service sheets and reports

• PASMA/IPAF training desirable

Why this role is a great opportunity

This is a standout role for an engineer who wants:
✨ Variety and ownership on a highly visible contract
✨ A chance to work in an operational airport environment — truly unique in FM
✨ Close‑knit team culture where you're supported daily, not left isolated
✨ Natural progression toward Lead Engineer or Contract Supervisor roles
✨ Direct exposure to the client — building confidence, influence and experience
✨ A role where your ideas, improvements and initiative will genuinely be valued

If you’re seeking a step up in responsibility, enjoy leading from the front and want to be embedded in one impressive client site you can truly make your own — this opportunity has your name on it.