Resident M&E Engineer

Arcus FM Limited; Wales; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Resident M&E Engineer for its Cardiff facility. This role involves delivering maintenance, repairs, and support, requiring strong engineering skills and health & safety awareness. The ideal candidate will have hands-on M&E experience and excellent communication skills. Offering a salary up to £40,290, 25 days annual leave, and other benefits, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and efficient facility.

Benefits

Matched pension contributions (5-6%)

Life assurance

Access to industry-leading training academy

Discounts, vouchers, and financial aid programs

Qualifications

• 18th Edition or HVAC experience required.
• Hands-on experience in an M&E engineering role is essential.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Act as the first point of contact on-site for clients.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Hands-on experience in an M&E or multi-skilled engineering role

Strong communication and organisational skills

Health & Safety awareness

Education

18th Edition or HVAC experience

Tools

F-Gas qualification

IOSH Working Safely

2391 Testing & Inspection

Job description

Are you an experienced M&E Engineer living in or near the South Wales area?

Are you looking to take the next step in your career with an award‑winning facilities management provider?

Arcus FM are currently recruiting a Resident M&E Engineer to join our dedicated on‑site team at our client's facility in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional looking to work in a technically varied, customer‑facing role.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive Salary - Up to £40,290 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)

About the role:

As a Resident Engineer you will be our clients first point of contact on‑site, being responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and general building services support.

Tasks include:

• Emergency lighting & lamp changes
• Electrical & fire alarm testing
• Fault finding and repairs (mechanical and electrical)
• Minor plumbing and fabric maintenance
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Delivering excellent service to our clients

You'll work independently with the support of a wider team, helping to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant facility.

What you'll need

Essential:

• 18th Edition or HVAC experience
• Hands‑on experience in an M&E or multi‑skilled engineering role
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Health & Safety awareness

Desirable:

• Experience with delivering PPM
• F‑Gas qualification
• IOSH Working Safely
• Basic plumbing and fabric maintenance experience
• 2391 Testing & Inspection

Additional info:

• The role will involve working 40 hours per week, Monday to Sunday (including bank holidays)
• 5 days on, 2 days off - Rotating shift pattern
• On‑call rota: 1 in every 4 weeks

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.