Electrical Maintenance Technician

Sodexo; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company in Birmingham is seeking an Electrical Multiskilled Engineer to manage maintenance tasks and ensure compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience in building services, strong IT proficiency, and must be fit for site work. This position offers a salary of £35,500 - £37,500 per year, focusing on work-life balance and career development.

Benefits

Sodexo rewards and benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in building services and plant engineering.
• Clean UK driving license and must be over 21.
• Physically fit for site-based work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reactive and planned M&E & fabric maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and statutory requirements.
• Support emergency response, business continuity, and disaster recovery plans.

Skills

Building services and plant engineering

Fluent in written and verbal English

Proficient in IT systems

Multi-skilled in property maintenance

Education

HND/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

CAFM platforms

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

Sodexo is seeking an Electrical Multiskilled Engineer to support the day-to-day delivery of Hard FM services across our HMRC Birmingham and West Midlands regional cluster. Reporting to the Hard FM Supervisor, you’ll manage both planned and reactive maintenance tasks, coordinate contractors and suppliers, and play a key role in ensuring full statutory and contractual compliance through our integrated maintenance systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reactive and planned M&E & fabric maintenance (e.g. boilers, HVAC, BMS, lighting systems).
• Ensure full compliance with safety standards (Sodexo Zero Harm) and statutory requirements.
• Work with contractors to carry out inspections, testing, and remedial works.
• Provide real-time updates and maintain digital compliance records (e.g. Maximo).
• Support emergency response, business continuity, and disaster recovery plans.
• Assist with small projects and billable works, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.
• Participate in on-call rota and occasional out-of-hours/weekend work.

Qualifications

• HND/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services.
• 5+ years' experience in building services and plant engineering.
• IOSH Passport or CSCS card.
• Fluent in written and verbal English.
• Clean UK driving license.
• Must be over 21.
• Physically fit for site-based work.
• Proficient in IT systems, including Excel, Word, and CAFM platforms.
• Desirable: Multi-skilled in property maintenance; Experience with EZMax or Maximo systems; Previous AP/CP responsibilities in disciplines like Electrical or Pressure Systems; Knowledge of CDM regulations; Experience managing subcontractors.

Details

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday - Friday
• £35,500 - £37,500 per annum

Benefits

• Sodexo rewards and benefits
• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Job Introduction: Sodexo believes that government agencies should foster an environment of respect, operating with efficiency and effectiveness to promote productivity. We prioritize employee well-being and play a vital role in fostering stronger communities. Are you a skilled and proactive engineer with a passion for facilities maintenance and delivering exceptional service? Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it\'s a chance to be part of something greater. You\'ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you\'ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you\'ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer work-life benefits and opportunities to develop your career.