Mobile Building Engineer - Yorkshire & Humberside

Amey; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for a full-time Mobile Building Engineer. The role involves maintaining and managing safety systems across various sites in the North of England. Applicants should have project management knowledge and experience with fire safety regulations. This position offers competitive pay, training opportunities, and flexible benefits, along with the potential for career growth within the organization. Prison Security Clearance is required and will be supported by the company.

Benefits

24 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Comprehensive training programs

Customizable benefits like gym membership

On-site parking and catering facilities

Qualifications

• Full driving licence is essential.
• Experience in fire safety measures and compliance.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage remedial tasks within the CAFM system.
• Conduct maintenance activities across various sites.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.

Skills

Project management knowledge

Driving licence

Safety knowledge

IT skills

Fire Door Maintenance

Fire Extinguisher Maintenance

Emergency Lighting Experience

RCD Experience

Water Temperature Testing

Job description

Overview

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Mobile Building Engineer in Yorkshire & Humberside. The role will involve travel across the region visiting various sites from HMP Hull in Hull to HMP New Hall in Wakefield, plus travel to sites across the North of England as required.

Standard hours of work are 39 hours per week between 08:00 – 17:00. There will be a need to work 1 in 4 weekends on a rota basis, with an additional allowance of 15% of basic salary. A work van and fuel card for business use will be provided.

What you will do

• Raise, update and close remedial tasks within the Computer Assisted Facilities Management (CAFM) system.
• Ensure all critical parts are available for statutory tasks.
• Carry out general and semi-skilled maintenance activities.
• Undertake general tasks associated with security systems such as CCTV and alarm systems.
• Carry out monthly checks and tests of fire extinguisher equipment, with regular checks on fire hydrants and fire hoses.
• Complete RCD testing on a quarterly basis.
• Carry out checks on Misting Units.
• Undertake fire door maintenance activities.
• Conduct flushing and tap temperature tests as required by the water risk assessment.
• Undertake monthly and annual emergency lighting checks.
• Check and test smoke vents as required.
• Responsible for the management and authorisation of high/low‑risk maintenance activity on the FM estate using the Amey Safety Rules as the Authorised/Responsible persons (AP/RP). Training will be provided.
• Other tasks as required by the Site.

What you will bring

• Full driving licence – Essential.
• Ability to work alone and use initiative.
• Good all‑round project management knowledge.
• Experience in Fire Door Maintenance.
• Experience in Fire Extinguisher Maintenance.
• Experience in Fire Alarm Core Points.
• Experience in Emergency Lighting.
• Experience in RCD.
• Experience Water Temperature Testing.
• IT skills.
• Basic Health and Safety knowledge.
• Exposure to building and system compliance.

Prison Security Clearance will be required (Amey will support you through this process).

Why join Amey?

• Long‑term stable contracts for career planning.
• Awards of Platinum status by Investors in People.
• Flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that suit you.
• Competitive annual salary with potential for yearly reviews.
• Career growth opportunities such as Facilities Team Leader or Site Manager.
• Comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs.
• At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy further days.
• Generous pension scheme with extra contributions from Amey.
• Customisable benefits such as insurance, Cycle2Work scheme, gym membership.
• Exclusive discounts via the online portal.
• Two social impact days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
• Family‑friendly policies for new parents or for those providing care for a dependant.
• Affinity network membership for diverse communities.
• On‑site free parking, catering facilities, gym access.

About Amey

We are a leading provider of full life‑cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability‑confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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