Maintenance Engineer(Reactive)

PPM Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable maintenance company in Watford is seeking a skilled Reactive Maintenance Engineer to deliver high-quality maintenance support. The role includes general repairs, urgent breakdown responses, and requires proven trade skills and a full UK driving license. Benefits include a competitive salary, company vehicle, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and overtime rates

Company vehicle and fuel card

Paid holiday entitlement

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building fabric maintenance (commercial environment preferred).
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general fabric maintenance, repairs, and small works.
• Respond to urgent breakdowns and building issues.
• Carry out carpentry, plumbing, and decorating tasks.

Skills

Building fabric maintenance

Trade skills

Fault-finding

Communication

Customer service

Job description

Role Overview

Medium size maintenance company based near Waltham Cross operating within the retail and commercial sectors across Hertfordshire working with many blue chip companies. Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer with a passion for problem‑solving and keeping buildings running smoothly? We're looking for a proactive and reliable Reactive Maintenance Engineer to join our growing team and deliver first‑class maintenance support across a range of commercial and industrial sites.

Responsibilities

• General fabric maintenance, repairs, and small works
• Carpentry, joinery, and door repairs
• General plumbing and patch plastering
• Painting, decorating, and finishing
• Reactive response to urgent breakdowns and building issues

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building fabric maintenance (commercial environment preferred)
• Strong all‑round trade skills with a hands‑on approach
• Excellent fault‑finding and problem‑solving ability
• Full UK driving licence (company van provided)
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Flexibility to work occasional out‑of‑hours

Benefits

• Competitive salary and overtime rates
• Company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone and uniform provided
• Paid holiday entitlement + bank holidays
• Training and career development opportunities
• Supportive team environment with a focus on safety and quality

Please contact David @ PPM Recruitment on (phone number removed)