Property Maintenance Engineer

Shepherd Neame Ltd; Painter's Forstal; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brewery company in the UK is seeking a Property Maintenance Engineer to manage repairs and maintenance across their diverse pub property portfolio. The ideal candidate will have multi-skilled experience in trades such as plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work. This role offers a full-time schedule with generous benefits including company pension, discounts, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous company pension plan

Death in service benefit

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Mental health and wellbeing support

Discounts on food and drink

Discounts on hotel bookings

Discounts on own-brand products

Exclusive offers and discounts

Free team member events

Career development opportunities

Volunteer leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property maintenance or building services.
• Multi-skilled across trades like plumbing, carpentry, and basic electrics.
• Strong communication and IT skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and repairs across multiple trades.
• Respond to work orders via our CAFM system.
• Ensure properties meet safety and presentation standards.
• Support and mentor a maintenance apprentice.
• Collaborate with property managers, contractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Property maintenance

Plumbing

Carpentry

Basic electrics

IT skills

Communication

Education

NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualifications

Job description

We are looking for a Property Maintenance Engineer who's ready to roll up their sleeves and make an impact across our diverse pub property portfolio. From charming pubs to bustling spaces, you will be the go‑to expert for all things maintenance‑plumbing, joinery, plastering, decorating, and more. You will work directly with and support our teams, tenants, and customers, helping create safe, welcoming spaces.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and repairs across multiple trades
• Respond to work orders via our CAFM system
• Ensure properties meet safety and presentation standards
• Support and mentor a maintenance apprentice
• Collaborate with property managers, contractors, and suppliers
• Maintain accurate records and keep your company van stocked and ready
• Be a hands‑on problem solver with a passion for keeping properties safe, functional, and looking their best; thrive in a role where no two days are the same

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property maintenance or building services
• Multi‑skilled across trades like plumbing, carpentry, and basic electrics
• NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualifications (preferred)
• Strong communication and IT skills
• Full UK driving licence

Britain's oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award‑winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.

Benefits

• Generous company pension plan
• Death in service of 3× your salary, if you join the company pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and sick pay
• Mental health and wellbeing support for all, including our own Mental Health First Aiders
• 25 % discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25 % discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40 % discount on own‑brand beer and cider purchased from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Instant access to discounts with high‑street retailers, supermarkets and more!
• Birthday Club exclusive offers and discounts
• Free drinks during monthly get‑togethers for team members in our Visitor Centre, along with Summer and Christmas parties
• Opportunity to develop & move within the Support Office, Brewery & our pubs
• Join our reward and recognition platform, Sheps Hut
• Benefit from the support offered by the Licensed Trade Charity to those working in the brewing industry
• Receive one additional day of paid leave per year to volunteer for a charity of your choice

Working Hours: Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week. 08:30 – 17:00, Monday to Friday with 1 hour lunch (unpaid).