Mobile Electrical Engineer - Bedford

Cambridge Maintenance Services; Bedford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Pension scheme

Death in Service

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Cambridge Maintenance Services is seeking a Mobile Electrical Engineer to deliver planned and reactive maintenance across electrical systems for our client portfolio in Bedford. You will ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently while providing a high standard of service.

Everything needed for the job, including a company van, phone, tablet and uniform, is provided. Essential qualifications include City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent, 2391-52 testing, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of M&E building services.
• Relevant Electrical Installation qualification (e.g. City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent).
• Inspection & Testing qualification (e.g. City & Guilds 2391-52).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to interpret and analyse electrical systems.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional service to our clients, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards and in line with contractual requirements.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond promptly to reactive maintenance and equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose and rectify faults efficiently, arranging equipment replacements where required to minimise downtime.
• Complete quality inspections and ensure all work meets recognised industry standards and best practices.
• Effectively manage and maintain records through our Elogbooks facilities management system.
• Work closely with the Lead Engineer and Support Desk Supervisor to coordinate maintenance schedules, priorities, and reporting requirements.
• Participate in the out-of-hours emergency call-out rota as required.
• Undertake a variety of hands-on and physically demanding tasks across client sites.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, health & safety legislation, and relevant industry regulations.
• Take ownership of your professional development by participating in training and maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge and qualifications.
• Build positive working relationships with clients and colleagues, representing the business professionally at all times.
• Support the wider team by undertaking additional duties appropriate to the role when required.

Skills

M&E building services

Electrical fault-finding

Interpret & analyse electrical systems

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Installation qualification (City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent)

Tools

Elogbooks FM system

Job description

About Cambridge Maintenance Services Limited

Cambridge Maintenance Services is a nationwide supplier of mechanical and electrical building services maintenance with over 34 years of experience in delivering its building services maintenance to the corporate, healthcare, education, retail, transport and manufacturing sectors. It also ensures optimum energy efficiency for every property portfolio it manages.

We are experts in delivering compliant, safe, and efficient workplaces. Our nationwide building services maintenance solutions span the corporate, healthcare, education, retail, transport, and manufacturing sectors. Using advanced technology and data, we provide cutting‑edge maintenance services that are trusted by major managing agents and independent clients alike. As a multi-award‑winning business, our local teams are dedicated to providing personalised FM services that meet your specific needs.

Mobile Electrical Engineer

Job Description:

As a key member of our Electrical maintenance team, you'll play a vital role in delivering both planned and reactive maintenance across a range of electrical systems within our client portfolio. You'll be responsible for ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently while providing an exceptional service that consistently exceeds customer expectations.

Everything you need to do the job will be provided, including a company van, mobile phone, tablet and uniform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional service to our clients, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards and in line with contractual requirements.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond promptly to reactive maintenance and equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose and rectify faults efficiently, arranging equipment replacements where required to minimise downtime.
• Complete quality inspections and ensure all work meets recognised industry standards and best practices.
• Effectively manage and maintain records through our Elogbooks facilities management system.
• Work closely with the Lead Engineer and Support Desk Supervisor to coordinate maintenance schedules, priorities, and reporting requirements.
• Participate in the out-of-hours emergency call‑out rota as required.
• Undertake a variety of hands‑on and physically demanding tasks across client sites.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, health & safety legislation, and relevant industry regulations.
• Take ownership of your professional development by participating in training and maintaining up‑to‑date technical knowledge and qualifications.
• Build positive working relationships with clients and colleagues, representing the business professionally at all times.
• Support the wider team by undertaking additional duties appropriate to the role when required.

Location:

Bedford.

Hours of Work:

42.5 hours per week between Monday - Friday. Overtime starting after 47.5 hours.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Good understanding of M&E building services.
• Relevant Electrical Installation qualification (e.g. City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent).
• Inspection & Testing qualification (e.g. City & Guilds 2391-52).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong electrical fault‑finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to interpret and analyse electrical systems.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Methodical approach to record keeping and reporting.
• Practical, hands‑on attitude with excellent problem‑solving skills.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• City & Guilds / Plumbing / AC servicing / Gas.
• 18th Edition.
• LV Approved.

What We Offer

• Eligible roles benefit from a bonus scheme and car allowance
• Enhanced Family‑Friendly Benefits
• Fertility Treatment Leave
• Pension scheme with Scottish Widows
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Death in Service Cover
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Employee & Family 360 Wellbeing Support
• Employee of the Month Recognition Scheme
• Career development and internal mobility across the Mecsia Group