Estates Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical)

National Oceanography Centre; Southampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave + closure days

10% employer pension contribution

Relocation support

Cycle2Work scheme

Living Wage Employer

Job summary

National Oceanography Centre, Liverpool, is seeking an Estates Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical or Mechanical) to join the Estates Department at our Liverpool site. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance across facilities including electrical systems, BMS, fire alarms, security, HVAC and pumps, contributing to reliable operations of our marine science hub.

The role requires an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical and proven building services

Qualifications

• Experience in building services environments.
• Experience with electrical or mechanical building services systems is essential.
• Flexible approach to work and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across Liverpool site.
• Work on low voltage electrical systems, BMS, fire alarms, security systems, HVAC, AHUs and pumps.
• Participate in an on-call rota (1 week in 4) to ensure site operations and safety.

Skills

Mechanical background

Electrical background

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Mechanical or Electrical)

Job description

Job Title

Estates Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical)

Employer

National Oceanography Centre, Liverpool

Contract

Permanent

Full time (37 hours per week)

Salary £36, 382 - £40,016

Location Liverpool

Job Reference

NOC12298

Closing Date

14/09/2026

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer with either an Electrical or Mechanical background to join our Estates Department and help us maintain and improve our Liverpool site.

Our maintenance team undertakes planned and reactive maintenance alongside minor project works across our Liverpool facilities. The site incorporates offices, workshops, laboratories, data centres and specialist marine science infrastructure, providing a varied and interesting working environment.

You will work on a wide range of maintenance tasks including low voltage electrical systems, building management systems (BMS), fire alarms, security systems, HVAC plant, air handling units (AHUs), pumps and associated building services equipment. The role supports facilities that are critical to the delivery of world-class marine science and operational activities.

This is a varied and rewarding role that requires a proactive approach to fault finding, maintenance and continuous improvement. In addition, the post holder will participate in an on-call rota of 1 week in every 4, providing out-of-hours support to ensure the continued operation and safety of the site's critical infrastructure.

About You

We are looking for someone with a Mechanical or Electrical qualification to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and previous experience within a building services environment.

Experience in the installation, maintenance and fault-finding of electrical or mechanical building services systems is essential. You will have good problem-solving skills, a flexible approach to work and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Any additional training required for the role will be provided.

Experience of working on building management systems, HVAC equipment, electrical distribution systems, fire alarm systems or other critical building services infrastructure would be advantageous.

Why NOC?

We Offer a Generous Set Of Benefits, Including

• 30 days contractual annual leave, plus 3.5 extra closure days and bank holidays
• a 10% employer contribution pension scheme (with a 15% NI saving on employee contributions made above 5%, if in the salary sacrifice scheme)
• Death in Service (3 times annual salary) provided by Aviva from day one of employment, plus access to a range of other Aviva wellbeing services
• financial support for relocation
• a salary sacrifice scheme for electric / hybrid vehicles (qualifying period applies)
• access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and confidential support on mental, physical, emotional, health and financial issues
• access to a flexible benefits portal offering online discounts, cashback and eGift cards
• a Cycle2Work scheme allowing employees to acquire bikes and accessories
• a great working environment with a number of social events, including summer and Christmas celebrations
• we are proud to be a Living Wage Employer

Location

This position will be based in Liverpool. The centre is part of the University campus and is only a short walk from the city centre and Lime Street station.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position, as we strive to create a supportive and equitable environment where all voices are valued and heard.

Those seeking employment at NOC are considered solely on their qualifications, skills and experience, without regard to gender, gender identity, age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, relationship status, family status (including pregnancy / maternity leave) or any other protected characteristic.

There is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the position and declare a disability.