Facilities and Maintenance Engineer

Contechs Consulting; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a skilled Facilities and Maintenance Engineer for a full-time, on-site position in Reading. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and electrical systems, coupled with excellent customer service and leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing facilities, handling breakdowns, and performing handyman duties. A proactive problem-solver with IT skills is essential. Offer is £19.07 per hour on a 6-month contract.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience in maintenance and supervision.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain services and plant.
• Handle breakdowns and manage contractors.
• Perform handyman duties including basic plumbing and assembling furniture.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Customer service skills

Team leadership

Plumbing skills

Carpentry and joinery skills

Building Management Systems knowledge

IT skills (Excel, Word)

Job description

Facilities and Maintenance Engineer

Full Time - 36 hours per week - 9am to 5pm - Monday to Friday

6 Month Contract

£19.07 per hour - PAYE

Based On site in Reading

Job Overview

Contechs are seeking a skilled Facilities and Maintenance Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both mechanical and electrical systems, with experience in maintenance and supervision. This role requires a proactive approach to problem‑solving, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively. The Facilities and Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all facilities operate efficiently and safely.

Responsibilities

• The engineer will help us manage and maintain the services and plant, handling breakdowns and managing contractors. We also get involved in fit‑outs and renovating and repurposing space.
• As we grow as a business, we are particularly keen to add someone adding skills that supplement our existing team. This might include expertise in one of the following areas:
• Carpentry and joinery skills
• Plumbing skills / HVAC
• Knowledge or experience of Building Management Systems (BMS) maybe with knowledge of Trend systems.
• You will need a driving licence and some IT skills including Excel and Word.

Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Able to perform handyman duties such as basic plumbing, erecting shelving and furniture assembly and decorating.
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