Facilities Plumbing & Mechanical Engineer

Dowds; Beith; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dowds is seeking a Plumber / Mechanical Engineer to join the team. You will carry out plumbing and mechanical maintenance across central belt Scotland, fault finding, repairs and small works on multiple client sites while upholding safety, quality and customer service.

Responsibilities include planned maintenance, diagnosing faults, reactive callouts, service and maintenance of pumps and valves, and minor installations. You will record work digitally and maintain strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Recognised Plumbing qualification (SVQ/NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Experience in Facilities Management, Building Services or a maintenance environment.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Experience carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Willingness to undergo security clearance.
• Experience in healthcare, education, or public sector environments.
• IPAF, PASMA or other relevant industry certifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults on heating, hot and cold-water services and associated mechanical plant.
• Undertake reactive maintenance and emergency callouts as required.
• Service and maintain pumps, valves, pipework, cylinders, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Complete minor installation and refurbishment work.
• Accurately record work completed using digital job management systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and statutory requirements.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and site stakeholders.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Independent work

Full UK Driving License

Education

Plumbing qualification (SVQ/NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent)

Tools

IPAF

PASMA

Job description

Dowds is seeking a Plumber / Mechanical Engineer to join the team. You will carry out plumbing and mechanical maintenance across central belt Scotland, fault finding, repairs and small works on multiple client sites while upholding safety, quality and customer service.

Responsibilities include planned maintenance, diagnosing faults, reactive callouts, service and maintenance of pumps and valves, and minor installations. You will record work digitally and maintain strong client relationships.