Multi Skilled Shift Engineer - Electrical Engineer Bias

Skillmatch Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillmatch Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Multi Skilled Shift Engineer – Electrical Engineer Bias to join a leading facilities management contractor in Birmingham. You will deliver both planned and reactive FM maintenance across electrical systems and associated plant, ensuring reliability and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds BS 7671 18th Edition, can read technical drawings, and is self-motivated, with a proactive approach to safety and problem solving on site.

Qualifications

• Qualified to BS 7671 (18th Edition) in Electrical Installations.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, plant, and controls.
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and procedures.
• Self-motivated, well-organised, and eager to learn.
• Respectful, professional, and confident in raising safety concerns.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrical installations and assist tradespeople with wiring, calibration, and alignment tasks.
• Carry out testing, fault diagnosis, repairs, and updates to maintenance work orders.
• Maintain, repair, and calibrate electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation plant to optimise reliability and maintainability.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures—no live working permitted, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, attend toolbox talks, and liaise with contractors or external suppliers where required.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Reading technical drawings

Safety compliance

Self-motivated

Education

BS 7671 (18th Edition) qualification

Job description

Due to an increase in upcoming projects, there is now a need for a Multi Skilled Shift Engineer – Electrical Engineer Bias to join this highly successful and forward-thinking organisation.

We are looking for a Multi Skilled Shift Engineer – Electrical Engineer Bias who wants to work in a diverse role where no two days are the same.

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.

As the Multi Skilled Shift Engineer – Electrical Engineer Bias, you will provide the delivery of both planned and reactive FM maintenance services.

The Multi Skilled Shift Engineer – Electrical Engineer Bias will be responsible for:

• Complete electrical installations and assist tradespeople with wiring, calibration, and alignment tasks
• Carry out testing, fault diagnosis, repairs, and updates to maintenance work orders
• Maintain, repair, and calibrate electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation plant to optimise reliability and maintainability
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures—no live working permitted, ensuring a safe working environment
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, attend toolbox talks, and liaise with contractors or external suppliers where required

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• Qualified to BS 7671 (18th Edition) in Electrical Installations
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, plant, and controls
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and procedures
• Self-motivated, well-organised, and eager to learn
• Respectful, professional, and confident in raising safety concerns

If you feel you have the necessary skills set and experience to perform this Multi Skilled Shift Engineer – Electrical Engineer Bias role, and you are interested in an opportunity offering unparalleled career development,