Multi-Skilled Technician

CBRE; Ascot; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of integrated facilities management is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer in Ascot to maintain plant and equipment while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical skills, NVQ Level 2 qualifications, and experience in manufacturing maintenance. This role operates on a full-time basis, requiring flexibility regarding overtime and working hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Experience working with three-phase motors, drives, and inverters.
• Ability to supervise contractors.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage risks to the client through equipment on site.
• Maintain a working production environment using new equipment.
• Perform fault finding on all types of machinery.

Skills

Electrical qualifications equivalent to City and Guilds 236 Pt 1-2

Mechanical qualifications to a standard acceptable to City and Guilds

Strong multi-skilled abilities

Ability to fault find effectively

Hydraulic and pneumatic experience

PLC diagnostics and repair competencies

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Electrical and Mechanical

Recognized or time-served apprenticeship

Job description

Multi-Skilled Technician

Job ID

232663

Posted

07-Aug-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Engineering/Maintenance

Location(s)

Ascot - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Job Title

Multi Skilled Engineer (30 hours per week) – Ascot

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Multi Skilled Engineer to join the maintenance team located in Ascot.

The successful candidate will perform maintenance on plant, equipment, and building services.

Role Summary:

• Identify and manage risks to the client through equipment on site, including updating drawings, identifying critical spares, improving machinery performance, and implementing preventative maintenance programs.
• Maintain a working production environment using new equipment and technologies, liaising with the client on machinery PPM requests.
• Fault finding on all types of machinery.
• Support health and safety initiatives within the department.
• Provide electrical and mechanical expertise working on heavy industrial machines and overhead cranes.
• Write and follow risk assessments, ensuring issues are addressed safely and accurately.
• Complete required documentation in compliance with all rules and legislation.
• Work on three-phase systems with voltages up to 440V.
• Work on motors, gearboxes, valves, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Use mobile devices to project and complete work via the CAFM maintenance system.
• Plan daily work requirements using email and calendars to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Liaise with onsite site services to manage building service issues.
• Serve as the responsible person for the department when required and deputise for the shift leader during leave or sickness.
• Work overtime as required, including nights and weekends, sometimes with short notice.
• Perform ad hoc duties as needed.

Experience Required:

• A recognized or time-served apprenticeship.
• Proven experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Electrical qualifications equivalent to City and Guilds 236 Pt 1-2, 17th Edition.
• Mechanical qualifications to a standard acceptable to City and Guilds.
• Strong multi-skilled abilities.
• Experience working with three-phase motors, drives, and inverters.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience.
• Ability to fault find effectively.
• PLC diagnostics and repair competencies.
• NVQ Level 2 in Electrical and Mechanical.
• Ability to supervise contractors.
• Capability to write risk and method statements.
• Understanding and ability to write permits.