Multi-Skilled Facilities Technician

Sodexo Group; Skelmersdale; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Multiskilled Technical Facilities Technician to join their team in Skelmersdale. The role involves maintaining engineering and electrical systems, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with a skilled team. Candidates should possess a strong background in HVAC and plumbing, along with relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 or HNC in Engineering. Competitive salary and a range of perks including health support and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Mental health and well-being support

Employee Assistance Program

24-hour virtual GP Service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Mercer Aspire Pension Plan

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of maintenance processes and compliance in a regulated environment.
• Ability to work within a multi-functional team focused on asset performance.
• Technical expertise in HVAC and mechanical systems with relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality facilities services, including maintenance and compliance checks.
• Support apprentices and ensure contractor standards are met.
• Contribute to service improvements and monitor maintenance activities.

Skills

HVAC Systems

Plumbing

Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

HNC in Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Multiskilled Technical Facilities Technician to join our Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) team with Sodexo, delivering critical technical and soft services. This role requires in-depth knowledge of engineering and electrical support, with expertise in HVAC systems, complex systems testing, and compliance-driven maintenance. With proven experience in plumbing, preventative and reactive maintenance, and practical engineering, you will play a key role in ensuring assets are maintained to the highest standards while meeting all statutory and regulatory obligations.

What you'll do:

• Work as part of a small, supportive, multi-skilled team delivering high-quality facilities services with Sodexo.
• Take ownership of core maintenance tasks, compliance checks, and be ready to respond to occasional emergency situations.
• Support and guide apprentices, collaborate closely with colleagues, and ensure contractors meet required safety and quality standards.
• Help drive service improvements by maintaining procedures, meeting KPIs, and contributing to cost-effective, efficient operations.
• Apply your technical expertise across a range of systems, including HVAC, building management systems, pressure systems, and facility monitoring.
• Use your IT and engineering skills to plan, monitor, and improve maintenance activities, ensuring safety, reliability, and inspection readiness at all times.

What you'll bring:

• A motivated and focused technician with strong knowledge of maintenance processes, risk management, and regulatory (SHE) compliance in a regulated environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a multi-functional team where asset performance is business critical.
• Technical expertise in hard services delivery (e.g., HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical systems), with recognised qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 or HNC in Engineering.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, able to clearly present engineering issues and provide timely feedback to customers and colleagues.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to support service improvements and collaborate with suppliers to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Professionally accredited or working towards accreditation, with a solid technical background in engineering principles and best practices across the asset lifecycle.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and well-being support.
• An Employee Assistance Program to help with everyday issues or larger problems, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a 24-hour virtual GP Service.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme offers great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan.
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their careers at Sodexo, including various learning and development tools.
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues do their part for the environment while staying fit.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.