Facilities Maintenance Engineer

NMS Recruit Ltd; Daventry; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £39,600

33 days holiday including bank holiday

Annual pay increases

Pension

Training

On-call pay and overtime policies

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join our growing company. You will deliver proactive maintenance across campus sites, perform PPM tasks, and manage on-site subcontractors while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role involves on‑call duty (1 in 3 weeks) with additional pay, a strong focus on fault‑finding, and using CAFM systems to update work orders and asset data. Competitive salary shown and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualifications - essential.
• Proven experience in an FM or building services role (multi-skilled preferred).
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Good knowledge of CAFM systems and reporting.
• Able to manage time effectively and remain calm under pressure.
• Committed to delivering outstanding customer service and working to high safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks in line with the scheduled programme.
• Ensure full compliance with KPIs, Health & Safety legislation, and site-specific requirements.
• Identify and action any remedial work from PPMs, either through self-delivery or by coordinating contractors.
• Utilise the CAFM system to manage all work orders and update the asset database accurately.
• Maintain client portals (e.g., Hydro-X, Pest Portal) with all relevant documentation and updates.
• Deliver high-quality, reactive maintenance services across all FM disciplines.
• Prioritise effectively to ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues.
• Provide cover support across campus sites when needed due to holidays, sickness, or vacancies.
• Participate in the on-call rota (1 in 3 weeks minimum) - additional pay for extra on-call cover.
• Conduct regular visual inspections of plant, equipment, and building fabric to identify faults and suggest solutions.
• Escalate non-repairable faults promptly and provide accurate reporting.
• Manage subcontractors on-site, ensuring RAMS, site rules, and safety procedures are followed.
• Maintain regular communication, providing updates on works, audits, and compliance.
• Develop a strong working knowledge of the site's systems and FM needs.
• Adhere strictly to Health & Safety policies and report all incidents or near misses.
• Support minor project works, including small installations and alterations.

Skills

Electrical qualifications

Fault-finding

CAFM systems

Time management

Customer service

Tools

CAFM software

Job description

NMS Recruit are seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join a growing and forward-thinking company. You will be joining a team that values technical excellence, proactive thinking, and a supportive working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out all planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks in line with the scheduled programme
• Ensure full compliance with KPIs, Health & Safety legislation, and site‑specific requirements
• Identify and action any remedial work from PPMs, either through self‑delivery or by coordinating contractors
• Utilise the CAFM system to manage all work orders and update the asset database accurately
• Maintain client portals (e.g., Hydro‑X, Pest Portal) with all relevant documentation and updates
• Deliver high‑quality, reactive maintenance services across all FM disciplines
• Prioritise effectively to ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues
• Provide cover support across campus sites when needed due to holidays, sickness, or vacancies
• Participate in the on‑call rota (1 in 3 weeks minimum) - additional pay for extra on‑call cover
• Conduct regular visual inspections of plant, equipment, and building fabric to identify faults and suggest solutions
• Escalate non‑repairable faults promptly and provide accurate reporting
• Manage subcontractors on‑site, ensuring RAMS, site rules, and safety procedures are followed
• Maintain regular communication, providing updates on works, audits, and compliance
• Develop a strong working knowledge of the site's systems and FM needs
• Adhere strictly to Health & Safety policies and report all incidents or near misses
• Support minor project works, including small installations and alterations

Experience

• Proven experience in an FM or building services role (multi‑skilled preferred)
• Electrical qualifications - essential
• Excellent fault‑finding and problem‑solving abilities
• Strong understanding of PPM and reactive maintenance
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Good knowledge of CAFM systems and reporting
• Able to manage time effectively and remain calm under pressure
• Committed to delivering outstanding customer service and working to high safety standards

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Benefits

• Salary - £39,600
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Annual pay increases
• Pension
• Training
• Fair and transparent on‑call pay and overtime policies

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