Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

CBW Staffing Solutions Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company Pension Scheme

Job summary

CBW Staffing Solutions Ltd is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to be based at a prestigious commercial building in Croydon, Surrey. The role covers PPM and reactive maintenance across the site, working with a small on-site team.

You will have a background in Facilities Management and a proven track record in mechanical building maintenance. The position offers stability, work-life balance, and clear career progression within a forward-thinking organisation.

Qualifications

• Mechanical qualification - City & Guilds Level 2 or equivalent.
• Proven track record in commercial building maintenance.
• Copies of relevant trade certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain mechanical plant equipment
• Service and maintain air conditioning systems (AHUs/FCUs)
• Carry out plumbing tasks and general repairs
• Monitor and respond to BMS alarms
• Carry out basic electrical duties, including lamp replacements
• Escort and supervise specialist subcontractors on site
• Maintain general building fabric and carry out minor repairs

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Facilities Management

Communication skills

Client-facing

Electrical duties

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 (Mechanical)

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - FM Service Provider | Commercial Building | Croydon | £45,000 + Package

CBW Staffing Solutions is currently recruiting an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to be based at a prestigious commercial building in Croydon, Surrey. Working as part of a close-knit on-site team of three engineers, the successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks across the building.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in Facilities Management and a proven track record in mechanical building maintenance. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer looking for stability, work-life balance, and genuine career development within a forward-thinking organisation.

The Package

• Basic salary of up to £45,000
• Plentiful overtime opportunities
• No call-out requirement
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Excellent career progression opportunities

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday | 08:00 - 17:00

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain mechanical plant equipment
• Carry out work on pumps, motors, seals, and bearings
• Service and maintain air conditioning systems, including Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Fan Coil Units (FCUs) - filter changes, cleaning, and general upkeep
• Conduct water treatment checks, including temperature monitoring (non-dosing)
• Undertake plumbing tasks such as unblocking drains and toilets, replacing taps, washers, and general pipework repairs
• Monitor and respond to BMS (Building Management System) alarms and readings
• Carry out basic electrical duties, including lamp replacements
• Maintain general building fabric and carry out minor repairs
• Escort and supervise specialist subcontractors on site

Requirements

• Mechanical qualification - City & Guilds Level 2 or equivalent (Essential)
• Ability to provide copies of relevant trade certificates
• Proven track record in commercial building maintenance
• Multi-skilled with a flexible, can-do approach
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with clients and colleagues
• Confident working in a client-facing environment