Electrical Maintenance Engineer

CBRE; Basildon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to ensure continuous electrical services on client sites in Basildon. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults, and supervise contractor activities while adhering to safety standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong planning, stakeholder management, and CMMS experience with Maximo. 18th edition regulations and related qualifications are desirable for success in this busy

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent training in electrical engineering.
• City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, Electrical Maintenance, or Engineering.
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) qualification desirable.
• Inspection and Testing qualification (City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent) desirable.
• Experience in electrical building services maintenance in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuity of engineering and electrical services to our client.
• Identify and manage risks associated with electrical systems on site.
• Complete planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and proactive tasks on time.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests and meet targets.
• Diagnose faults on electrical building services and equipment.
• Supervise contractor activities and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Planning

Stakeholder mgmt

CMMS Maximo

Customer service

Problem solving

Education

City & Guilds Level 3

NVQ Level 3

Tools

Maximo CMMS

MS Office Suite

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Job ID: 284961 | Posted: 17-Jul-2026 | Service line: GWS Segment | Role type: Full-time | Areas of Interest: Engineering/Maintenance | Location(s): Basildon, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management.

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure continuity of engineering and electrical services to our client.
• Identify and manage risks associated with electrical systems and infrastructure on site, including critical spare requirements, condition reporting, and recommendations for improvements to preventative maintenance programs.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and proactive maintenance activities on time and to the required standard.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests and work within agreed response and resolution targets.
• Diagnose and fault-find on electrical building services systems and associated equipment.
• Carry out maintenance and repair activities on electrical distribution systems, lighting systems, emergency lighting, small power, control systems, and associated building services equipment.
• Support colleagues across Site Services and Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) functions as required.
• Review and follow Risk Assessments and Method Statements, challenging any concerns and dynamically assessing risks throughout tasks.
• Complete all required documentation in compliance with company procedures, statutory requirements, and relevant legislation.
• Use mobile devices and CAFM systems (Maximo) to accurately plan, record, and complete maintenance activities.
• Utilise email, calendars, and digital systems to manage daily workload efficiently and effectively.
• Supervise and chaperone contractor activities, ensuring compliance with approved Risk Assessments, Method Statements, and site safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with clients to understand requirements, provide updates, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Liaise with other CBRE teams, client representatives, and landlord stakeholders to resolve building services issues promptly and professionally.
• Deputise for colleagues and supervisors during periods of absence when required.
• Work overtime as required to support operational needs, planned activities, incidents, or emergency situations.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment, reporting and escalating concerns where necessary.
• Support and oversee specialist electrical contractors in line with maintenance schedules, QHSE requirements, and client expectations.
• Complete maintenance activities while ensuring compliance with customer operational requirements and business continuity needs.
• Support monitoring and analysis of engineering performance metrics (KPIs) and ensure work orders are progressed within agreed timescales through CMMS systems (Maximo).
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation by participating in peer reviews, site assessments, technical evaluations, and feedback initiatives.
• Promote One Team behaviours within Ford Land Operations.
• Collaborate with existing operational teams to identify best practices, efficiencies, and service quality improvements.
• Support client projects, reconfigurations, electrical modifications, and operational changes.
• Lead by example and demonstrate behaviours aligned to CBRE RISE values while ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Apply technical expertise and understanding of electrical systems to support team and departmental objectives.
• Adhere to all 18th edition regulations (latest regs and amendments) and all CBRE electrical safe systems at work.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve day-to-day and moderately complex electrical and engineering issues.
• Provide support and operational cover across the account team as required.

What You’ll Need:

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent training and development in electrical engineering disciplines.
• City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Installation, Electrical Maintenance, or Engineering.
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) qualification desirable.
• Inspection and Testing qualification (City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent) desirable.
• Proven experience in electrical building services maintenance or a related role, preferably within manufacturing, production, logistics, or industrial environments.
• Experience working in operationally critical environments where client infrastructure must remain available with minimal downtime.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Experience working to both planned maintenance schedules and reactive maintenance workloads.
• Good understanding of electrical safety regulations, technical standards, and QHSE requirements within building services environments.
• Experience managing specialist contractors and ensuring safe systems of work are followed.
• Strong customer service, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Competent user of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as Maximo.
• Understanding of electrical distribution systems, fault diagnosis techniques, and statutory compliance requirements.