Mobile Electrical Engineer

CBRE; Coventry; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Mobile Multi Skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team in the West Midlands area. The role focuses on electrical and mechanical maintenance of plant equipment and building services in a fast-paced environment, with responsibilities including risk management, fault finding, and support for heavy machinery and cranes.

The ideal candidate will have an apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications, strong 3-phase electrical experience, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Must have electrical and mechanical maintenance experience.
• Ability to write risk assessments, method statements and permits.
• Experience with 3-phase motors, drives, inverters.
• Contractor supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on plant equipment and building services.
• Identify and manage risks, update technical drawings, and improve machinery performance.
• Conduct fault finding and preventative maintenance on various types of machinery.
• Provide technical support on heavy industrial machines and overhead cranes.
• Work with three-phase systems (up to 440V), motors, gearboxes, valves, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Use mobile devices and CAFM systems to manage and complete maintenance tasks.
• Liaise with site services to resolve building-related issues.
• Dep[utise] for the Shift Leader during absences and support health and safety initiatives.
• Be available for overtime, including nights and weekends, as required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Risk assessment writing

Contractor supervision

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Electrical and Mechanical

City & Guilds 236 Pt 1-2-3

18th Edition or equivalent

Recognised/apprenticeship pathway

Tools

CAFM systems

Job description

Job ID 280801

Posted 13-Jul-2026

Role type Full-time

Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s) Birmingham - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Coventry - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Redditch - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Wolverhampton - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Mobile Multi Skilled Electrical Engineer

Location: West Midlands

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions, a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management, is seeking a Mobile Multi Skilled Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, technical environment where your expertise will directly impact the performance and safety of critical equipment and building services.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on plant equipment and building services.
• Identify and manage risks, update technical drawings, and improve machinery performance.
• Conduct fault finding and preventative maintenance on various types of machinery.
• Provide technical support on heavy industrial machines and overhead cranes.
• Work with three-phase systems (up to 440V), motors, gearboxes, valves, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Use mobile devices and CAFM systems to manage and complete maintenance tasks.
• Liaise with site services to resolve building-related issues.
• Deputise for the Shift Leader during absences and support departmental health and safety initiatives.
• Be available for overtime, including nights and weekends, as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised or time-served apprenticeship
• Strong background in manufacturing maintenance
• Electrical qualifications (City & Guilds 236 Pt 1-2-3, 18th Edition or equivalent)
• Mechanical qualifications (City & Guilds or equivalent)
• Experience with 3-phase motors, drives, inverters
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems expertise
• PLC diagnostics and repair skills
• NVQ Level 2 in Electrical and Mechanical disciplines
• Ability to write risk assessments, method statements, and permits
• Contractor supervision experience

Desirable Extras

• Working at Height qualification
• IPAF certification
• AP qualifications
• Experience in heavy engineering

Why Join Us?

At CBRE, you’ll be part of a global team that values innovation, safety, and continuous improvement. We offer professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.