Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Comex2000uk; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Comex2000uk is seeking a reliable Maintenance Engineer to ensure the upkeep, repair, and maintenance of multiple company sites across the UK. This hands-on role involves a variety of tasks including electrical, plumbing, and general building work. Regular travel and occasional overnight stays are required, making each day unique.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in maintenance or a multi-trade role, possess strong problem-solving skills, and be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a maintenance or multi-trade/handyman role.
• Strong problem-solving ability and practical hands-on approach.
• Familiarity with health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and minor installation works across multiple sites.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules.
• Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests and breakdowns.

Skills

Problem-solving

Independent working

Communication

Health & safety knowledge

Multi-trade skills

Flexibility

Job description

We’re the team behind the UK’s telecom networks—designing,building, upgrading, and maintaining the infrastructure that keeps the countryconnected. From large-scale fibre deployments to next-gen connectivity, Comex2000 delivers with pace, precision, and innovation.

We’re looking for a reliable and proactive MaintenanceEngineer to support the upkeep, repair, and maintenance of multiple companysites nationwide. You’ll play a key role in ensuring our buildings, facilities,and equipment remain safe, compliant, and fully operational.

This is a hands‑on, multi‑skilled role where you’ll carryout both planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across a rangeof disciplines including electrical, plumbing, joinery, and general buildingworks. With regular travel required, including occasional overnight stays, notwo days will be the same.

If you’re practical, self‑motivated, and enjoy workingacross varied environments, this is a great opportunity to join a fast‑pacedand growing organisation.

What you’ll do

• Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and minorinstallation works across multiple sites
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) in line with schedules
• Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests and breakdowns
• Travel to sites nationwide, including overnight stays where required
• Maintain building fabric including doors, fixtures, flooring, andinternal/external areas
• Perform basic plumbing, electrical, joinery, and painting tasks
• Conduct regular site inspections and report defects or risks
• Ensure all sites meet health & safety and compliance standards
• Manage and maintain tools, equipment, and materials required for tasks
• Liaise with external contractors for specialist works when required
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports
• Support site teams with general facilities‑related issues
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safe systems of work
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across all locations
• Work flexibly, including outside normal hours where required

Requirements

About you

• Proven experience in a maintenance or multi‑trade/handymanrole
• Practical, hands‑on approach with strong problem‑solving ability
• Able to work independently and effectively manage your workload
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise with site teams
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations
• Reliable, flexible, and proactive attitude
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, multi‑site environment
• Basic IT skills for reporting and communication

What you’ll need

• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Willingness to travel nationwide and stay away from home when required
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and general building maintenance
• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities, or similar roles
• Familiarity with safe working practices and compliance standards