Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Newmarket seeks a Maintenance Engineer for a full-time, permanent role. Candidates will perform building maintenance, respond to urgent repairs, and manage contractor relationships. Strong experience in facilities maintenance and knowledge of health and safety legislation is essential. This position offers job stability and the chance to work within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Strong background in facilities or building maintenance.
• Electrical or multi-skilled engineering knowledge beneficial.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation; IOSH qualification desirable.
• Experience managing external contractors.
• Organised, methodical, and proactive in maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance.
• Respond to urgent building repairs.
• Liaise with contractors and oversee processes.
• Maintain accurate records and data.
• Ensure compliance with legislation.

Skills

Facilities or building maintenance experience

Electrical or multi-skilled engineering knowledge

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Organisational skills

Proactive maintenance approach

Confident communication

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

We are supporting a leading specialist logistics business in their search for a Maintenance Engineer. This is a full-time, permanent role offering day-based hours, job stability, and the opportunity to take ownership of building and site maintenance within a busy operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventative building and site maintenance
• Responding to breakdowns or urgent building repairs across the site
• Liaising with external contractors and overseeing permit-to-work processes
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and departmental KPI data
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation
• Reviewing and updating work instructions to keep them fit for purpose
• Obtaining quotes for building and facilities-related parts or services
• Stepping in to cover senior engineers during holidays when required
• Participating in an on-call rota to provide out-of-hours support

About you / Qualifications

• Strong background in facilities or building maintenance
• Electrical or multi-skilled engineering knowledge beneficial
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation - IOSH qualification desirable
• Experience liaising with and managing external contractors
• Organised, methodical, and proactive approach to maintenance tasks
• Confident communicator able to work across all departments
• Capable of problem-solving and delivering practical, safe solutions
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your skill set and work in a collaborative and supportive team. Full job description available on request. Apply today for immediate consideration.