Multi Skilled M&E Engineer

Skillmatch Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in facilities management is seeking a Multi Skilled M&E Engineer based in London. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance, possessing relevant qualifications. This role offers opportunities for career progression and requires a proactive approach in a dynamic environment with varied responsibilities, including scheduled maintenance and reacting to breakdown requests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in building services engineering or maintenance.
• Competent IT skills for electronic documentation and reporting.
• Fully conversant with mechanical and electrical maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance and repair of building services assets.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and reactive maintenance requests.
• Monitor and maintain plant performance and service continuity.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Education

C&G Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject

ONC/HNC in Building Services Engineering

NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline

Job description

Our client is one of the largest facilities management and maintenance contractors in the UK, offering market leading opportunities for talented professionals looking for long term career progression. Due to an increase in upcoming projects, there is now a need for a Multi Skilled M&E Engineer to join this highly successful and forward-thinking organisation. We are looking for an Multi Skilled M&E Engineer who wants to work in a diverse role where no two days are the same.

As the Multi Skilled M&E Engineer, you will provide the delivery of both planned and reactive FM maintenance services.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance and repair of building services assets in line with contract specifications, manufacturers' guidelines, and approved codes of practice.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and reactive maintenance requests in accordance with SLAs.
• Diagnose faults and carry out first‑time fixes where possible; accelerate issues where specialist intervention is required.
• Monitor and maintain plant performance and service continuity, notifying relevant stakeholders of any required downtime.
• Research and source spare parts or alternative replacements, ensuring suitability and compliance with standards.
• Conduct dynamic risk assessments before commencing tasks and escalate safety concerns to the line manager.
• Maintain all plant rooms, tools, and working areas in a clean, safe, and organised condition.
• Ensure all hazardous materials are stored safely and in compliance with COSHH regulations.
• Support the Service Desk with spares and consumables management, ensuring adequate stock levels for planned and reactive tasks.

Qualifications

• C&G Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject (Mechanical, Electrical, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration).
• ONC/HNC in Building Services Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline.
• Recognised EITB Apprenticeship (Maintenance and Operations Engineering MOET) or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in building services engineering or maintenance.
• Fully conversant with mechanical and electrical maintenance activities.
• Strong understanding of safe systems of work and risk assessments.
• Competent IT skills for electronic documentation and reporting.
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure, and during unsociable hours.
• A proactive, team‑oriented approach.

If you feel you have the necessary skills set and experience to perform this Multi Skilled M&E Engineer role, and you are interested in an opportunity offering unparalleled career development, please apply now.