Maintenance Engineer / Service Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in ventilation systems is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to perform routine maintenance and repairs on smoke control systems in Manchester. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and relevant electrical qualifications. Benefits include paid holidays, healthcare, and company-funded activities.

Benefits

23 days paid holiday

Company van

Bupa Healthcare

Enhanced sick pay

Development Programme funding

Qualifications

• Experience in fault finding and knowledge of electrical circuits.
• Site experience with ECS or CSCS Card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test, repair, and maintain smoke ventilation systems.
• Document tasks in detailed service reports.
• Liaise with clients to resolve defects.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Organization

Education

18th Edition Electrical qualification

Level 3 electrical qualification

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer / Service Engineer

Location: Manchester and the surrounding areas

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday - Minimum of 40 hours per week

Vent Engineering is a specialist in natural and smoke ventilation systems and has been manufacturing, supplying, installing, and commissioning ventilation systems since 1988.

About The Role:

We are seeking experienced maintenance engineers to work at sites between Manchester and the surrounding areas. You will be required to carry out routine reactive and planned maintenance of our life safety smoke control systems.

You will work Monday through Friday and be onsite during standard business hours, which may require early starts to reach some sites. Occasional overnight stays may be necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Test, repair, inspect, and maintain natural and mechanical smoke ventilation systems.
2. Document tasks and relevant information in detailed service reports.
3. Liaise with clients to resolve defects and advise on solutions to prevent reoccurrence.
4. Coordinate with the maintenance department to identify sales opportunities.

About You:

We seek individuals who are organized, methodical, and possess strong problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills, flexibility, effective reporting, and high attention to detail are essential.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Fault finding experience.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits within control panels.
• Experience working at heights.
• Full driving license (max 6 points).
• 18th Edition Electrical qualification or equivalent.
• Level 3 (or equivalent) electrical qualification.
• Site experience, ideally with an ECS or CSCS Card.

Benefits:

• 23 days paid holiday, increasing up to 30 days plus bank holidays.
• Company van, laptop, iPhone, and testing equipment.
• Bupa Healthcare after qualifying period.
• Enhanced sick pay after 12 months.
• Company-funded activities at Christmas and summer.
• Development Programme with up to 100% funding for staff.

Please note: Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK.

To apply, click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with experience and relevant titles such as Test and Inspection Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electrician, Multi Skilled Electrical Technician, Technician, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Installation Engineer, Electrical Tester, Machine Electrician, Field Service Electrician, Service Engineer, Industrial Electrician, Mechanical Engineer, Repair Technician, Mobile Engineer, Electrical Field Service Engineer may also be considered.