Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Sarah Harvey; Reading; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is looking for a Facilities Engineer in Reading. The role involves maintaining laboratories and administration facilities, managing breakdowns, and supporting the business. Ideal candidates will have carpentry, plumbing, and HVAC experience, alongside strong communication skills. The position is initially for 6 months with potential for permanence. Salary is £19.07 PH.

Qualifications

• Carpentry and joinery experience is required.
• Plumbing and HVAC knowledge is essential.
• A valid driving licence is necessary.
• Proficiency in IT applications like Word and Excel is needed.
• Experience with HVAC diagnostics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform handy-person duties such as basic plumbing.
• Erect shelving and assemble furniture.
• Offer front-line support to the business.
• Help with breakdown and emergency situations.
• Take remedial actions to ensure functionality in labs.
• Drive a company van for deliveries when required.

Skills

Carpentry and joinery skills

Plumbing/HVAC experience

Knowledge of Building Management Systems

IT skills including Word and Excel

HVAC diagnostics

Mechanical maintenance skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Facilities Engineer - Reading - 6 months - £19.07 PH

This role is to work as a Facilities team member at Reading, to maintain laboratories and administration facilities.

The engineer will help to manage and maintain the services and plant, handling breakdowns and manage contractors. We also get involved in fit outs and renovating and repurposing space. The vacancy is to grow the business so for the right candidates may become permanent.

Responsibilities

• Perform handy‑person duties such as basic plumbing
• Erecting shelving and furniture assembly and decorating
• Offer front‑line support to the business
• Help with breakdown and emergency situations
• Remedial actions to ensure the labs work effectively and safely
• Drive a company van when required to deliver goods to and from sites

Candidate Requirements

• Carpentry and joinery skills
• Plumbing/HVAC experience
• Knowledge or experience of Building Management Systems
• A driving licence
• IT skills including Word and Excel
• HVAC diagnostics is a distinct advantage
• Mechanical maintenance skills
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Contact

For further details contact Sarah Harvey Limited, 14 The Innovation Centre, Kenilworth or send your details to sue at sarahharvey com