Multi Skilled Engineer

ISS UK Limited; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS UK Limited is seeking a Multi Skilled Engineer to deliver planned and reactive maintenance across building fabric, plumbing, mechanical systems and simple electrical tasks within documented competence.

The role focuses on practical fault diagnosis, safe reinstatement of equipment and collaboration with qualified specialists as required in commercial buildings. You will follow approved safety procedures and maintain thorough records.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification or time-served multi-trade maintenance experience.
• PASMA or IPAF certification where relevant to the role.
• Experience in building fabric, plumbing and mechanical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across building fabric and plumbing.
• Diagnose faults and perform minor repairs.
• Escalate specialist work when required.
• Complete routine PPMs and meter readings.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and safety.

Skills

Building fabric repairs

Plumbing maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Fault finding

Safety procedures

COSHH awareness

Hand tools use

Education

Level 2 qualification in a relevant trade

Time-served multi-trade maintenance experience

PASMA or IPAF certification where relevant

Job description

We are seeking a Multi Skilled Engineer to deliver planned and reactive maintenance across building fabric, minor plumbing, simple mechanical equipment and limited electrical tasks within documented competence.

The role involves supporting the safe and efficient operation of commercial buildings while maintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance.

Job Description

We are looking for a practical and customer-focused individual with experience in multi-trade maintenance, first-line fault diagnosis and routine building services activities.

The successful candidate will understand the limits of their competence, follow approved safety procedures and work collaboratively with qualified specialists when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across building fabric, plumbing, mechanical systems and authorised electrical tasks.
• Diagnose faults, complete minor repairs and safely reinstate equipment.
• Escalate specialist, statutory or qualified trade work as required.
• Complete routine PPMs, inspections, adjustments and meter readings.
• Undertake general fabric repairs and minor plumbing maintenance.
• Support water hygiene activities, including temperature checks and outlet flushing.
• Perform authorised fire alarm and emergency lighting routine tests.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate progress, risks and service impacts.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

Skills and Experience

• Basic electrical maintenance awareness for non-complex authorised tasks.
• Experience in building fabric repairs, plumbing, mechanical maintenance and fault finding.
• Understanding of safe systems of work, permits, risk assessments and COSHH procedures.
• Knowledge of competence limits and when to refer work to specialist engineers.
• Competent using hand tools and portable maintenance equipment.
• Water hygiene and life-safety check training where required.
• Strong customer service, record-keeping and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in a relevant trade, building maintenance, plumbing, mechanical services or similar discipline; or
• Demonstrable time-served multi-trade maintenance experience.
• PASMA or IPAF certification where relevant to the role.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,

#facilitiesmanagement

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing [e-mail]