Mobile Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer

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

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Mobile Multi Skilled Engineer to join our team in Lancashire. The role involves electrical and mechanical maintenance on plant equipment and building services in a fast-paced environment, with hands-on fault finding and risk assessment.

You will work with three-phase systems, hydraulic/pneumatic controls, and PLC diagnostics, with overtime/night/weekend shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Apprenticeship

Maintenance experience

Electrical qualifications

Mechanical qualifications

3-phase motors & drives

Hydraulic & pneumatic systems

PLC diagnostics & repair

Risk assessment writing

Contractor supervision

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Electrical & Mechanical

Job description

Mobile Multi Skilled Electrical Engineer

Location: Lancashire (Preston, Blackpool, Burnley, etc).

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.