Facilities Engineer

Kandhu Recruitment Ltd; Southall; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving food manufacturing business as a Facilities Engineer, where you'll ensure the upkeep of a safe and efficient environment. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for skilled maintenance professionals to contribute to a supportive team. Enjoy a work-life balance with Monday to Friday hours, and take advantage of career growth opportunities in a dynamic industry. Be part of a secure and successful organization that values your expertise and dedication.

Benefits

Job Security

Work-Life Balance

Career Growth

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• Hands-on background in facilities or maintenance, ideally in food or FMCG.
• Experience with HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical installations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and light repairs across the facility.
• Conduct weekly fire door inspections and fire alarm testing.
• Participate in regular operations meetings to report on maintenance activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

General maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repairs

Education

Apprentice-trained or NVQ Level 3

IPAF certification

SEMA Racking Inspection & Repair training

Tools

Hardware tools

Electrical equipment

Job description

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Facilities Engineer – Food Manufacturing



Location: Southall



Highly successful food manufacturing business



Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (some flexibility required)



Join a highly successful and secure business in the food manufacturing industry as a Facilities Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional to become part of a well-established and supportive team.



The Role: Facilities Engineer

As a Facilities Engineer, you’ll support the day-to-day upkeep of the building and infrastructure. You’ll carry out general maintenance tasks across the facility, ensuring a safe, efficient, and well-maintained environment.



Key Responsibilities:

* Perform routine maintenance and light repair work
* Install items such as cabinets, desks, and undertake light carpentry
* Assist with plumbing, HVAC, and basic electrical repairs
* Painting, decorating, and pest-proofing the facility
* Conduct weekly fire door inspections and fire alarm testing
* Adhere to scheduled maintenance plans and complete work to deadlines
* Participate in regular operations meetings to report on maintenance activities and performance
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About You – The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone with a hands-on, problem-solving attitude and a background in facilities or maintenance—ideally within food or FMCG manufacturing.



Essential Qualifications & Experience:

* Apprentice-trained or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant trade
* IPAF certified (working at height)
* SEMA Racking Inspection & Repair trained
* Proficient in the use of hardware tools and electrical equipment
* Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical installations



Why Apply?

* Job Security – Join a thriving and stable business
* Work-Life Balance – Monday to Friday hours
* Career Growth – Opportunities for development in a dynamic industry
* Competitive Salary



Kandhu Recruitment are specialist recruiters within the Food, Drink and FMCG Sector



“Kandhu Recruitment will consider all applications based on each candidate’s suitability to the role or similar roles within the Food Sector and if we feel you are a relevant candidate we will process your application by adding you to our secure recruitment database and then contacting you to progress job opportunities further. We do not contact unsuitable applicants.”



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Kandhu has fully implemented GDPR & Privacy Policies across its business and a copy of our Privacy Policy can be found by visiting our website. By applying for this role Kandhu will add your details to our database - assuming you have the right level of experience for the roles you apply for, after which we will be in touch.