Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical & Mechanical Building Services Technician in Hatfield. The role involves ensuring operation compliance of estate-wide services, delivering maintenance, and requires qualifications in electrical or mechanical engineering. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Free parking

Subsidised restaurant

Well-being programmes

Qualifications

• Qualification in either Electrical engineering or Mechanical engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi-skilled in electrical and mechanical engineering.
• Experience with domestic and low-temperature hot water systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of mechanical and electrical services.
• Plan and undertake routine maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Participate in on-call rota including weekend checks.
• Work staggered shifts as required.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Strong communication skills

Multi-skilled in engineering

Experience with LTHW systems

Motor controls and relay logic

Health & Safety awareness

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Competent in Windows systems

Education

Qualification in Electrical or Mechanical engineering

ONC/HNC qualification

Job description

Electrical & Mechanical Building Services Technician

Permanent | Hatfield | £45,000 - £47,000

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Electrical & Mechanical Building Services Technician to join our Estates Engineering team. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliable and compliant operation of estate-wide services and equipment across a large, multi‑functional facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of mechanical and electrical services throughout the facility.
• Plan and undertake routine scheduled maintenance of plant and equipment with minimal disruption to operations.
• Participate in on‑call rota (1 in 6), including weekend and bank holiday site checks.
• Work staggered shifts: Week 1: 07:30 – 16:00. Week 2: 09:30 – 18:00

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• Qualification in either: Electrical engineering (BS7671 & C&G 2391) or Mechanical engineering (full‑term apprenticeship)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi‑skilled in electrical and mechanical engineering.
• Experience with domestic and low‑temperature hot water systems (LTHW).
• Motor controls and relay logic.
• AHUs, FCUs, and chilled water systems.
• Good awareness of Health & Safety and safe systems of work.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Flexible to work outside standard hours when required.
• Competent in using Windows‑based systems and CMMS/BMS platforms.

Desirable

• ONC/HNC qualification.
• Experience in controlled environments.
• Knowledge of water systems and water treatment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Additional perks such as free parking, subsidised restaurant, and well‑being programmes.