Multi-Skilled Engineer

Wates Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates Group in Southampton, Hampshire, is seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Engineer to join the Hampshire Blue Light contract. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical and building fabric disciplines, ensuring safety and compliance while supporting minor works and project activities.

The role requires a recognised trade qualification in Electrical/Mechanical/HVAC or Building Services, Level 3 and 18th edition (or Level 3 Plumbing), strong fault-finding

Qualifications

• Has a recognised trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC or Building Services (Level 3 and 18th edition, Level 3 Plumbing, etc.).
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible, multi-skilled approach to maintenance activities.
• Full UK driving licence and focus on safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical and building fabric disciplines.
• Diagnose faults and undertake repairs to minimise downtime.
• Complete statutory compliance checks in line with schedules.
• Record works using CAFM and mobile technology.
• Support minor works and improvement projects.
• Build relationships with client representatives and end users.
• Participate in out-of-hours call-out rota when required.

Skills

Fault-finding

Team player

Customer service

Multi-skilled

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical/Mechanical/HVAC/Building Services

18th edition

Level 3 Plumbing

Tools

CAFM systems

Mobile technology systems

Job description

The Opportunity

Southampton, Hampshire

We are looking to recruit an experienced Multi Skilled Engineer (WPS) to join our team supporting the Hampshire Blue Light contract based in Southampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and customer-focused engineer to play a vital role in maintaining critical facilities that support essential community services. You will be responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and minor project works while ensuring the highest standards of safety, compliance, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical and building fabric disciplines.
• Diagnose faults and undertake repairs efficiently to minimise downtime.
• Complete statutory compliance checks and maintenance activities in line with agreed schedules.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Accurately record works undertaken using CAFM and mobile technology systems.
• Support the delivery of minor works and improvement projects.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with client representatives and end users.
• Participate in the out-of-hours call-out rota where required.

About You

• Has previous experience working within a facilities management environment.
• Possesses a recognised trade qualification in either Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC or Building Services discipline. (Level 3 and 18th edition, Level 3 Plumbing etc)
• Has strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates a flexible, multi-skilled approach to maintenance activities.
• Understands statutory compliance and safe systems of work.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.
• Is a strong team player with excellent communication and customer service skills.

Enhanced And Barred Lists

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo an Enhanced and Barred Lists Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.