Maintenance Engineer

Build Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A maintenance recruitment agency is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to oversee day-to-day operations and compliance on a static site in Mayfair, London. This role requires proactive problem-solving skills and attention to detail. The candidate will perform inspections, manage maintenance tasks, and coordinate with the client to ensure a high-quality environment. The position offers a salary of up to £45,000 and a Monday to Friday schedule with opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Ability to perform planned preventive and reactive maintenance effectively.
• Experience working in high-end client environments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily inspections of the building's condition.
• Manage and prioritize reactive maintenance tasks using the client's FM system.
• Coordinate PPM activities and maintain communication with the client.

Skills

Proactive problem solving

Attention to detail

Autonomous work style

Job description

Maintenance Engineer – Up to £45,000
Location: Static Site – Mayfair, London
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm (with overtime when required)

We’re seeking a proactive and dependable Maintenance Engineer to take ownership of the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and compliance of building systems within a high-end, client-occupied site in Mayfair. This role suits someone who enjoys working autonomously, takes pride in maintaining an immaculate building environment, and delivers a consistently high level of service.

Key Responsibilities

Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM)

• Carry out daily walkarounds to inspect floors, walls, doors, and general finishes for wear or damage
• Inspect BMS, fire alarms, leak detection systems, and other control panels
• Inspect plant rooms, lighting, and overall building condition
• Conduct weekly checks and maintenance of kitchen grease traps and shower traps
• Coordinate and schedule PPM activities with the helpdesk
• Complete painting and fabric repairs, including weekly office wall touch-ups during quieter periods
• Record all findings, escape issues promptly, and ensure close-out of remedial works

Reactive Maintenance & Site Operations

• Manage and prioritise daily reactive tasks using the client’s FM system
• Ensure all follow-up actions are carried out efficiently and professionally
• Serve as the main point of contact on site for all maintenance-related matters
• Support out-of-hours works (evenings/weekends) when required, including supervision of special events
• Join weekly catch-up meetings with the client to discuss ongoing maintenance tasks, priorities, and upcoming works