Maintenance Engineer

Pareto Facilities Management; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in facilities management as a Mechanical & Electrical Engineer, where you'll oversee mechanical and electrical operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while fostering a positive work culture. This role offers opportunities for growth in a vibrant environment focused on teamwork and creativity.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Vibrant and welcoming work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting in facilities management.
• Strong knowledge of UK electrical regulations and codes of practice.
• Proficient in HVAC systems, plumbing, and ventilation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical and mechanical maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with UK regulations during maintenance activities.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance technicians.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

UK electrical qualification (Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3)

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

About Us: We’re not your typical company—we like to think of ourselves as the most fun workplace in town! At Pareto, our team is a mix of passionate people who believe in a safe and positive environment. If you are looking for a place where you can put your engineering skills to use while being part of a supportive and energetic team, we would love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do: The Mechanical & Electrical Engineer will play a key role in supporting the Workspace Manager at our office, and will oversee all electrical and mechanical operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical & electrical qualification, combined with extensive experience in supervising mechanical & electrical maintenance/repairs. This role requires not only technical expertise, but also proven leadership abilities to ensure the efficient operation of all mechanical & electrical systems within the facility.

Here is what your day-to-day will look like:

1. Maintenance Supervision & Repair

· Lead and manage all electrical and mechanical maintenance activities, including HVAC systems, plumbing, ventilation, and essential equipment.

· Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to optimize system performance and minimize downtime.

· Serve as the first line of response for mechanical, electrical, and infrastructure issues, addressing emergencies and faults promptly.

2. Inspections & Compliance

· Ensure all maintenance activities meet UK electrical and mechanical regulations, standards, and codes of practice.

· Conduct regular inspections and testing of electrical and mechanical systems to verify safety, integrity, and performance.

· Stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices, implementing improvements to maintain compliance.

3. Technical Expertise

· Provide technical guidance to maintenance technicians and contractors on both electrical and mechanical systems.

· Troubleshoot complex issues, diagnose problems, and implement effective solutions.

· Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to integrate systems across building infrastructure.

· Review design specifications, drawings, and proposals for new installations or system upgrades.

4. Health, Safety & Compliance

· Enforce strict adherence to health and safety standards during all maintenance activities.

· Conduct risk assessments for potential hazards associated with electrical and mechanical systems, implementing necessary safety measures.

· Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring that all staff and contractors follow protocols.

5. Documentation & Reporting

· Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inspections, testing results, and equipment documentation.

· Prepare detailed reports on maintenance work, highlighting completed tasks, issues encountered, and recommendations for improvements.

· Collaborate with the facility management team on budget development, forecasting, and expenditure reports related to maintenance.

6. Teamwork & Flexibility

· Be available for weekend/evening shifts as required.

· Support other engineering tasks as needed, demonstrating flexibility in task management and cross-functional collaboration.

What We’re Looking For: We are seeking someone who is not just professional but also knows how to keep things light and positive.

Ideally, you will bring:

· Must have a UK electrical qualification such as Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 (For those who have completed Level 2 Apprenticeship or have relevant experience.

o Qualifications will be required to be verified before interview. Equivalent qualifications may be considered, however will be verified before interview.

· Demonstration of continuous improvement by having 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.

o Qualifications will be required to be verified before interview. Equivalent qualifications may be considered, however will be verified before interview.

· Experience in electrical maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting in a facilities management or a similar environment.

· Strong knowledge of UK electrical regulations, standards, and codes of practice.

· Proficient knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, ventilation, and other mechanical systems.

· Proven experience in a supervisory role within mechanical maintenance – preferably in a facilities management environment

· Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

· Proven ability to work independently and as a team while maintaining high quality standards.

· Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex electrical issues effectively.

· Full clean driver’s license with the ability to travel between sites as required.

Perks of Joining Our Team: We believe work should be fun, so we’ve created and environment that is anything but boring!

Here is what you can expect:

· Work in vibrant, fun, and welcoming environment.

· Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

· Be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and positive vibes.

· Company pension scheme.

If you are a motivated professional with the skills and passion to make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment, we want to hear from you

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Created on 22/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom