Maintenance Engineer - South London

Synergi Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading provider of engineering solutions is seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer in South London. This role offers a salary of £46,000, with rotating shifts and 25 days of holiday. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and possess NVQ Level 3 in Engineering. Join a dynamic team focused on minimizing downtime and driving performance improvements in a stable environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Regular overtime available

Technical training and clear progression opportunities

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or process-driven engineering role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Proactive and safety-conscious approach.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Supporting ongoing site improvements and asset reliability.
• Accurately recording maintenance activities via CMMS.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Fault-finding

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or higher in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer - £46,000 + Benefits

Location: South London | Hours: Monday to Friday Rotating Shifts

• Week 1: 10:00am-6:00pm
• Week 2: 6:00pm-2:00am

Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, Overtime Available

Company

Our client, a market-leading provider of commercial laundry and textile services, is looking to appoint a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer at their busy site in South London. Supporting sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, and industry, this is a fast-paced environment where engineering plays a key role in maintaining high levels of output and service. With continuous investment in automation and infrastructure, this opportunity offers stability, variety, and the chance to grow within a well-established team.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will carry out both planned and reactive maintenance across a wide range of equipment and systems. Working closely with the production team, the engineer will play a key role in minimising downtime and driving performance improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults
• Supporting ongoing site improvements and asset reliability
• Following all health and safety policies and safe working practices
• Accurately recording maintenance activities via the site CMMS
• Ensuring smooth shift handovers and strong team communication

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or process-driven engineering role
• NVQ Level 3 or higher in Engineering (BTEC, HNC, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills, including fault-finding, pneumatics, and hydraulics
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Proactive and safety-conscious, with good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally for training or support across other sites

Desirable Experience (Not Essential)

• Background in commercial laundry, textiles, or high-volume processing environments
• Steam systems experience (BOAS/BG01), chemical water treatment, or heat recovery
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• Welding and fabrication skills
• Experience with permit-to-work systems or contractor control

What s on Offer

• £46,000 basic salary
• Monday to Friday rotating shifts with no weekend working
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Regular overtime available
• Technical training and clear progression opportunities
• Long-term career prospects within a growing international business

To apply or learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential conversation