Mobile Electrical Engineer – 3-Phase & Heavy Machinery Expert

CBRE; Watford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Mobile Multi Skilled Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic team across multiple sites including Watford, Reading and Bristol. This role focuses on maintaining critical plant equipment and building services in fast-paced environments.

The successful candidate will perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, manage risks, and provide technical support for heavy industrial machinery, with overtime and weekend work as required.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or equivalent recognised training in electrical/mechanical maintenance.
• NVQ Level 2 in Electrical and Mechanical disciplines.
• City & Guilds electrical qualifications incl. 18th Edition.
• Experience with 3-phase motors, drives and inverters.
• Ability to write risk assessments, method statements and permits.
• Contractor supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on plant equipment and building services.
• Identify risks, update drawings, and improve machinery performance.
• 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 440 V), 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.

Skills

Electrical systems maintenance

Maintenance planning

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent

NVQ Level 2 Electrical/Mechanical

City & Guilds Electrical qualifications (18th Edition)

City & Guilds Mechanical qualifications

Tools

PLC diagnostics tools

Hydraulic/pneumatic tools

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Mobile Multi Skilled Electrical Engineer to join a dynamic team across multiple sites including Watford, Reading and Bristol. This role focuses on maintaining critical plant equipment and building services in fast-paced environments.

The successful candidate will perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, manage risks, and provide technical support for heavy industrial machinery, with overtime and weekend work as required.