Maintenance Engineer - South London

Synergi Search & Select Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of engineering solutions in South London is looking for a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer with a salary of £46,000. You will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance across various equipment in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, as well as safety-consciousness. Benefits include 25 days holiday, regular overtime, and opportunities for technical training and career progression.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Regular overtime available

Technical training 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong mechanical and electrical skills

Fault-finding

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Communication skills

Teamwork 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

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
• C&G 2391-52 Inspection & Testing
• 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.