Multi Skilled Engineer

Manchester Arndale; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company delivering hard services, cleaning, security and catering across multiple properties in the West End. A multiskilled technician is sought to own maintenance tasks, bring practical energy, and work with the engineering team to uphold world-class services.

The role focuses on plumbing, gas and heating maintenance in educational and commercial environments, with strong problem-solving and independent working skills required.

Qualifications

• Multiskilled handyman with general building knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
• Must have Right to Work in the UK.
• IT literate and proficient across MS Office applications.
• Two professional references required.

Responsibilities

• Fix and maintain plant and equipment on site with first-time fixes.
• Troubleshoot asset breakdowns and provide preventive maintenance.
• Carry out PPMs and close tickets within set timescales.
• Assist lifecycle decisions for assets across sites.

Skills

Multiskilled

Problem solving

IT literacy

Right to work in UK

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About The Role:

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 07:00 - 16:30

What We're Looking For

Multiskilled i.e. handyman a good general knowledge of how a building works as well as basic to intermediate problem solving skills required as a minimum with plumbing and or mechanical qualifications advantageous.

We're after a multi-skilled technician or engineer who takes ownership of their work, brings energy to the day, and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves when needed. Someone who's confident working independently, stays curious, and is always looking to learn and improve. A motivated and practical mindset, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a genuine willingness to get stuck in when challenges arise are key. It's not about ticking every box it's about the right attitude and a willingness to grow with the team.

Working alongside a team of engineers to deliver world class service with a customer centric approach across a number of properties with varying needs in the heart of the West End.

Roles & Responsibilities (Not Exhaustive)

• Fix and maintain plant and equipment on site in line with SFG20 recommendations with a first-time fix and right first-time approach
• Troubleshoot asset breakdowns and provide preventive maintenance services.
• Undertake PPMs as issued from the CAFM system and ensure they are closed out within the prescribed timescale.
• Undertake reactive maintenance activities within the prescribed timescale (as detailed by the CAFM work order) to ensure the rectification times are met, whether temporary or permanent rectification.
• Whilst carrying out the PPM activities, provide updates in relation to the condition for each asset to inform the forward maintenance budget but also assist any lifecycle decisions which need to be taken to specific assets across the sites.
• Brand ambassador working in partnership with our Client to ensure our tenants satisfaction.
• Adhering to all established site and business policy and procedures.

Essential

• Must have Right to Work in the UK
• Proven background in delivering a range of Maintenance (Plumbing, Gas & Heating) Services in educational/commercial environments highly preferable.
• IT Literate, MS Office/competent across all applications.
• Two professional references required.

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values -Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS?

Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor's Best Companies to Work For 2025 - we value and motivate our people.

Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.

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Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK&I - Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!

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