Mobile Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer

CBRE Group, Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Mobile Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer to support maintenance services in the United Kingdom. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in electrical and mechanical engineering, responsible for planned and reactive maintenance across various sites.

Key responsibilities include diagnosing faults, conducting preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures. A recognized engineering qualification and relevant experience are required, with opportunities for overtime and working on heavy machinery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a manufacturing or facilities maintenance environment.
• Experience producing risk assessments, method statements, and permit-to-work documentation.
• Experience supervising contractors and managing safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Diagnose faults on industrial and building systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to maximize equipment performance.
• Support maintenance of heavy industrial machinery and overhead cranes.
• Work on three-phase electrical systems up to 440V.

Skills

Electrical qualification (City & Guilds 2360/2330, NVQ)

Mechanical qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ)

Experience with three-phase motors

PLC fault-finding and diagnostics

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Education

Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent time-served engineering qualification

NVQ Level 2 in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mobile Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer

Location: Luton, Banbury, Peterborough, Ipswich, Northampton

About CBRE Global Workplace Solutions

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is a leading global provider of integrated facilities management and real estate services. We are looking for a Mobile Multi-Skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team and support the delivery of maintenance services across multiple sites.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer with strong electrical and mechanical experience to work in a dynamic environment, supporting critical plant, equipment, and building services while contributing to operational excellence and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive electrical and mechanical maintenance on plant equipment and building services.
• Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs on a wide range of industrial and building systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance activities to maximise equipment reliability and performance.
• Support the maintenance and repair of heavy industrial machinery and overhead cranes.
• Work on three-phase electrical systems (up to 440V), motors, gearboxes, valves, and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Identify risks, contribute to safe systems of work, and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Update technical drawings and maintenance records as required.
• Use CAFM systems and mobile devices to manage work orders and maintenance activities.
• Liaise with site teams and stakeholders to resolve building services issues efficiently.
• Support departmental health and safety initiatives and deputise for the Shift Leader when required.
• Participate in overtime, including evenings and weekends, as business needs dictate.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent time-served engineering qualification.
• Proven experience within a manufacturing, industrial, or facilities maintenance environment.
• Electrical qualification such as City & Guilds 2360/2330, NVQ, or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Mechanical qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Experience working with:
  • Three-phase motors, drives, and inverters.
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • PLC fault-finding and diagnostics.
• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience producing risk assessments, method statements, and permit-to-work documentation.
• Experience supervising contractors and managing safe working practices.

Desirable

• Working at Height qualification.
• IPAF certification.
• Authorised Person (AP) qualifications.
• Experience within heavy engineering or manufacturing environments.