Multi Skilled Shift Engineer

Arcus FM Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider in Greater London is seeking a Multi Skilled Shift Engineer to deliver essential mechanical, electrical, and fabric maintenance. The role emphasizes compliance, safety, and high operational standards while offering a competitive salary up to £44,000 annually. Join us for career growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including matched pension contributions, life assurance, and industry-leading training. If you have the drive to succeed, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

25 days annual leave

Matched pension contributions (5-6%)

Access to industry-leading training academy

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Electrical, Mechanical, or Fabric disciplines.
• City & Guilds Parts 1 & 2 or NVQ Level 3 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance services across clients' portfolios.
• Execute Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) using Ostara.
• Manage reactive maintenance tasks via CAFM system.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Fabric maintenance

Education

City & Guilds Parts 1 & 2 or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical discipline

Job description

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary - Up to £44,000 per annum, depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced overtime rates for additional earnings
• Annual bonus (up to 4%) - subject to performance (historically paid out)

As Multi Skilled Shift Engineer, you will:

• Deliver both planned and reactive mechanical, electrical and fabric maintenance services across our clients portfolio using CAFM systems and handheld devices
• As a key part of the team, you'll ensure compliance, safety, and efficiency in all engineering operations, whilst upholding high standards in alignment with company values.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) using Ostara
• Respond promptly to building alarms (via helpdesk or BMS), escalating where required
• Manage reactive maintenance tasks via CAFM system and meet SLA targets
• Close‑out PPMs in timely fashion and follow up remedial actions
• Liaise closely with Supervisor, technical admin, and service delivery teams
• Escort/coordinate subcontractors during maintenance visits
• Provide cover during holidays and sickness-share responsibilities within the shift team
• Participate in minor engineering projects and reactive maintenance
• Maintain 100% compliance across all tasks, and proactively ensure regulatory and asset management compliance
• Adhere to permit to work processes, carry out isolations to energy sources as needed to maintain safe working environment
• Order materials and obtain quotes for works
• Provide first‑time fixes for engineering and fabric requests wherever practicable

What You'll Need:

Qualifications:

• Time‑served in Electrical or Mechanical or Fabric disciplines (minimum 3 years)
• City & Guilds Parts1 &2 or NVQ Level3 in Electrical or Mechanical discipline

Desirable:

• City & Guilds Part3 or NVQ Level2
• 2391 Inspection & Testing of Electrical Installations
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• IPAF / PASMA certification within last 3 years
• Valid First Aid certificate
• Experience as an LV/HV Authorised Person
• Full UK Driving Licence

Additional info:

Working hours / Shift pattern

• 6am to 6pm OR 7am to 7pm (to be agreed by the LM)
• 42 hours per week
• 4 on / 6 off / 4 on / 4 off / 6 on

Why join Arcus:

We're an award-winning facilities management provider that values expertise and commitment. We actively promote from within and offer career progression opportunities across our nationwide operations. You'll also benefit from a comprehensive rewards package including:

• Matched pension contributions (5-6%)
• Life assurance
• Access to our industry-leading training academy
• Discounts, vouchers, and financial aid programs

Ready to take the next step:

If you have the experience and drive to succeed in this role, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply to submit your application today.