Maintenance Officer (Placement)

Sodexo; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking a proactive Maintenance Officer to ensure the safe operation, installation, and maintenance of buildings in Belfast. The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a relevant HND course and possess strong communication and planning skills. This hybrid role offers a supportive work environment with various employee benefits. Apply today to be part of this dynamic team!

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a university-level course in Building, Construction, or a related area.
• Experience with Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations.

Responsibilities

• Cover multiple sites dispersed throughout your area.
• Support the delivery of maintenance and project activities within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Assist in scheduling and attending meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and manage multiple contractors, ensuring correct documentation for all works.
• Keep accurate records of all activities and assist in reporting requirements.
• Respond to ad-hoc client requests as needed.
• Support budget monitoring and cost management.
• Assist in auditing to maintain service quality.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and mandatory regulations.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong planning and problem-solving abilities

Knowledge and understanding of statutory compliance requirements

Experience/knowledge of sustainability/environmental ISO and BS standards

Experience/knowledge of CAFM / CMMS systems

Full valid UK driving license

Education

Enrolled in a HND or equivalent in relevant subject

Job description

40 hours per week.

Shift pattern/hours – Monday to Friday.

Salary tbc.

Hybrid role but site base is Belfast.

Sodexo rewards and benefits.

This is a 12 month fixed term opportunity.

Must be undertaking a university-level course in Building, Construction, or a related area.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Maintenance Officer to join our Maintenance team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the safe operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of multiple M&E services, building fabric, and specialist equipment across a complex portfolio of buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Cover multiple sites dispersed throughout your area.
• Support the delivery of maintenance and project activities within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Assist in scheduling and attending meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate and manage multiple contractors, ensuring correct documentation for all works.
• Keep accurate records of all activities and assist in reporting requirements.
• Respond to ad-hoc client requests as needed.
• Support budget monitoring and cost management.
• Assist in auditing to maintain service quality.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and mandatory regulations associated with M&E and building fabric systems.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Enrolled in a HND or equivalent in a relevant subject such as Construction & Built Environment (or similar).
• Experience with Construction Design Management (CDM) regulations.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Enrolled in a HND or equivalent in a relevant subject (Construction & Built Environment, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering).
• Full valid UK driving license.
• Knowledge and understanding of statutory compliance requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience/knowledge of sustainability/environmental ISO and BS standards.
• Experience/knowledge of CAFM / CMMS systems.

This role is ideal for someone who is organised, proactive, and eager to develop their career in building maintenance and project coordination while working across diverse sites and projects.

What we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice.
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards.
• Discounts for you & family.
• Financial tools & retirement plan.
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!