Planned Preventative Maintenance Engineer - Autonomous Field Work (Previous Relevant Experince is...

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Planned Preventative Maintenance Engineer to join their team in London. This role involves undertaking essential maintenance tasks on fire extinguishers in the Trackside environment during permanent night shifts. The ideal candidate will possess experience in the rail sector, particularly within the London Underground, and must prioritize safety while working autonomously. The company offers a supportive and inclusive culture with opportunities for professional development and a range of benefits, including generous holiday options and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

34 days holiday (including public holidays)

Essential vehicle provision

Company pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Occupational health and wellbeing support

Discounts via Reward scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in planned or preventative maintenance, ideally in rail sectors.
• Knowledge of system maintenance procedures relevant to contracts.

Responsibilities

• Complete nightly preventative maintenance tasks.
• Guide daily tasks and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Fire Maintenance

Health and Safety Standards

ServiceNow Reporting

Multi-site Maintenance

Education

Relevant Engineering Qualification

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

Job Description: Planned Preventative Maintenance Engineer - London, United Kingdom (On-site)

PPM Engineer - Fire Extinguishers – Pirin Court - Nights

Reporting to the Senior Supervisor, the PPM Engineer will undertake planned maintenance activities on a wide range of assets mainly in the Trackside environment. This role involves working on a permanent night shift from Sunday to Thursday, in all weather conditions. The candidate must work autonomously, prioritize safety, and have a full driver’s license due to frequent travel between stations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Complete preventative maintenance tasks nightly.
2. Guide daily task delivery aligned with business expectations.
3. Work independently and as part of a team.
4. Maintain health and safety standards.
5. Monitor work to ensure compliance.
6. Use ServiceNow platform for reporting and updates.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate reports on completed activities to the site SPC or line manager.
• Complete maintenance as per schedule and standards.
• Report issues and complete administrative tasks promptly.
• Adhere to QEHS and Drug & Alcohol policies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Knowledge of system maintenance procedures relevant to the contract.
• Experience with relevant systems.
• Experience in the LUL or Rail environment.

Candidate Profile:

Seeking an engineer with experience in planned or preventative fire maintenance, ideally within London Underground or Network Rail sectors. Must be available for permanent night shifts (Sunday to Thursday, 10 pm – 6 am), with previous multi-site maintenance experience, and hold a full UK driving license. Drug & Alcohol testing is required.

What We Offer:

Opportunities to develop across sectors, roles, and technologies within Telent. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and encourages authentic self-expression and growth.

Benefits:

• 34 days holiday (including public holidays) with buy/sell options or 26 days with buy/sell options.
• Essential vehicle provision.
• Company pension scheme.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Occupational health and wellbeing support.
• Discounts via Telent Reward scheme.

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure support, with over 3,000 dedicated employees committed to excellence. We value inclusivity, responsibility, collaboration, and customer focus, aiming to make a positive impact on communities and individuals.