Maintenance Engineer - Headington Oxford

EMCOR UK; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking a facilities maintenance professional to support maintenance teams. The role involves routine checks of water systems, managing seasonal support, and providing customer service. Candidates should possess a basic understanding of building services and strong communication skills. This position offers a full-time permanent contract with good benefits, including generous holiday policies and a commitment to diversity.

Benefits

25 Days holidays + Bank holidays

Holiday Buy Scheme

Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies

Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500

Internal recognition scheme with vouchers

Extensive Learning & Development opportunities

Discount Shopping and Family Activities

Bike To Work Scheme

Paid volunteering and charity days

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Experience in the facilities management sector is advantageous.
• Basic appreciation of building services is essential.
• Knowledge of quality and health & safety operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Planned maintenance team in executions.
• Perform routine checks and monitoring of water systems.
• Manage snow and ice operations during winter.

Skills

Understanding of facilities services industry

Technical expertise in engineering

Customer problem resolution

Good communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Apprenticeship in a craft skill or engineering discipline

Job description

Role overview

Location: Headington, Oxford - Site based

Salary: £41,500 + Company benefits

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 0800-1630

Contract Type: Perm Full Time

About EMCOR UK

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

Role Overview

Supportthe WorksSupervisor / Managerinthecompletionofawiderangeof plannedandreactivemaintenanceactivities in accordance with site and company rules, procedures and Safe Systems of Work. Theseactivitiesincludebutarenotlimitedtothefollowing :

Support the Planned maintenance team in the completion of a wide range of planned maintenanceactivitiesinaccordancewithsite and companyrules,procedures and Safe Systemsof Work.

What you'll do : Legionella Control

• Carry out routine checks and temperature monitoring of water systems (where applicable)
• Record readings and produce defect reports on the results

Electrical

• Making safe and isolating

Mechanical

• Perform round routes, filter changes and greasing / oiling of plant and equipment

Condition Based Monitoring

• Perform activities using different technologies (including but not limited to thermo-graphic camera and vibration analysis equipment) and collection of data for analysis, where applicable

Project Works / Extra Works / Requests for Service

• Escorting, supervising, and delivery of project works under the supervision of the on-site project manager

On-Call

• Providing ‘out of hour’ on call support, minimum 1 week in every four ensuring a 1 hour response KPI is met. Van provided when on call.

Snow and Ice

• Provide support during the snow and ice period, 1st Oct – 31st March, with out of hour gritting and snow removal when required.
• Escorting of sub-contractors / personnel who require escorting to complete their activities
• Complete and maintain records and paperwork in support of the above activities.
• Ensure that all work is completed in a safe manner, in accordance with Safe Operating Procedures or Safe Systems, that good housekeeping and working practices are employed and that you always represent EMCOR in a professional manner
• To assist with ensuring all statutory tasks are completed and documentation is kept on file

About the role

Who you'll be :

• Whilst specific qualifications are not required for this position, an understanding of the facilities services industry would be advantageous and a basic appreciation of building services is essential.
• Technical expertise, qualifications or apprenticeship in a craft skill or engineering discipline (Desired)
• Knowledge of key operational procedures e.g. time sheets, planned maintenance systems, Quality and Health & Safety.
• Experience of positively dealing with the resolution of customer problems within specific contracts.
• Project management and delivery
• Smart, presentable appearance
• Personable and approachable
• Good communication skills
• Literate and numerate
• Flexible and adaptable
• A team player with the ability to work from their own initiative
• Excellent organisation and influencing skill
• Ability to multi task and prioritise
• Must be able to work on own initiative

EMCOR UK benefits

Benefits :

• 25 Days holidays + Bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
• Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
• Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail / dining
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
• Access to Flex Benefits : Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Paid volunteering and charity days
• Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.