Electrical Engineer- Campsfield IRC in Kidlington

Energy Jobline ZR; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established facilities management firm in Kidlington is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer to oversee essential maintenance and operations. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in building services, alongside necessary certifications. The role includes managing preventative maintenance, ensuring high standards, and participating in standby. Benefits include life insurance, annual leave, and pension contributions, with a focus on continued personal development.

Benefits

Life insurance

33 days annual leave

Company pension

Free Mitie shares

Access to virtual GP 24/7

MiDeals discount schemes

Qualifications

• Substantial practical experience with building services disciplines.
• Experience in technical estates or facilities management.
• Good IT skills with ability to generate reports.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• Ensure standards are maintained and liaise with teams.
• Maintain proactive client relations.

Skills

Customer-focused

Problem-solving

Leadership qualities

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology

NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)

Electrical Installation Apprenticeship (Level 3)

Job description

Job Description

Location: Campsfield Immigration Removal Centre

Contract Type: Full-Time

Standby Rota 1 week in 4: £175 when on call

40-hour week

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Mechanical Engineer to undertake facilities management services across our site. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape service excellence, drive operational performance, and make a real difference every day.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• Ensure standards are maintained and liaise with other Mitie engineers and subcontractors.
• Maintain proactive client liaison, ensuring concerns are addressed or relayed to management as necessary.
• Comply with and enforce existing business risk management procedures for maintenance and project works.
• Complete all work‑related documentation accurately and on time.

What We're Looking For

• Substantial practical experience with comprehensive knowledge of all building services disciplines, LV systems and networks, standby generator and environmental.
• Team worker with flexibility within contracted hours, strong team player, ‘can do’ attitude and intuitive proactive nature.
• Detail‑oriented professional committed to maintaining high standards.
• Ensure all documentation is completed correctly for all tasks and reactive tasks are reported to the CAFM system.
• Participation in standby rota for emergency calls outside normal working hours.

Key Skills & Behaviours

• Customer‑focused with a "can‑do" attitude and eye for detail.
• Able to prioritise under pressure and solve problems pragmatically.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to encourage and embed the right behaviours across the team.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Electrotechnical Technology
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrotechnical Services
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• Electrical Installation Apprenticeship (Level 3)
• Experience in a technical estates or facilities management environments, including L.V networks & stand‑by generators
• Good IT skills with the ability to produce reports from multiple sources/systems.

Specific Requirements

• Must be British, EU with settled status, or have ILR from a Commonwealth country.
• Bankruptcy history, CCJs, social media activity and criminal convictions will be checked as part of the vetting process.
• Must have lived in the UK for the past three years with no significant footprint outside the UK other than for normal holidays.

Benefits

• Life insurance.
• 33 days annual leave.
• Company pension.
• Continued personal development with full support given to enhance your career.
• Free Mitie shares.
• Access to virtual GP 24/7 for yourself and your family.
• MiDeals discount schemes with over 3000 offers available from your favourite retailers, leisure, and utilities companies.
• Additional benefits available to purchase, including extra holidays, private medical cover and home technology.

Eligibility and Security Clearance

All offers of employment are subject to security clearance and enhanced background checks. Applicants must have a valid British passport or EU passport with a share code, and must have lived and worked in the UK for at least 3 years without any extended trips overseas. Applicants must have no criminal convictions and must not be subject to any ongoing police investigations.

Recruitment and Inclusivity

Mitie Care & Custody is committed to welcoming applications from a wide range of backgrounds, including veterans, those looking for a career change, and people who have experience in social care or a learning environment. Full training will be given where applicable.

Application Process

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