Site Maintenance Engineer

Find Apprenticeships; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking facilities management company in Deeside is seeking a Site Maintenance Engineer to maintain office facilities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a completed trade apprenticeship and extensive experience in mechanical and electrical systems. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, working 37.5 hours a week on a rota basis.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years practical experience in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Strong decision-making and technical evaluation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Perform both planned and reactive maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain large industrial ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Support internal relocations of furniture and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical and Electrical Systems

Health & Safety Legislation

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Completed trade apprenticeship

ONC or City & Guilds Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

GCSEs in Maths, English, and Science

Tools

CMMS (Shire)

Electrical Testing Equipment

Job description

Location: Deeside (near Chester)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Site Maintenance Engineer to join a successful, forward-thinking company based in Deeside. This office-based role is ideal for a proactive and skilled facilities professional looking to play a key role in maintaining a high-performing working environment.

As Site Maintenance Engineer, you ll ensure that the office, depot, and associated facilities are maintained safely, efficiently, and in line with best practices and legislative requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance (Electrically Biased)
• Maintain the buildings and facilities to the highest standard, ensuring equipment and infrastructure operate effectively.
• Perform both planned and reactive maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain large industrial ammonia refrigeration systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain compliance documentation and conduct regular audits using CMMS (Shire).
• Carry out mandatory checks, including:
  • General & Emergency Lighting
  • Legionella
  • Refrigeration Plant
  • Dock Levellers
  • Access Equipment/MHE
• Oversee building management systems, including Trend.
• Manage inventory and maintain critical spare parts.
• Install and commission new plant and equipment.
• Support internal relocations of furniture and audio/visual equipment as needed.
• Conduct plumbing and drainage maintenance.
• Carry out electrical testing and fault finding.
• Inspect and repair pallet racking.
• Contribute to R&D projects, ensuring the adoption of industry best practices.

Finance & Contract Support:

• Assist the Facilities Manager in delivering contractual and maintenance obligations within budget.
• Highlight and manage any unforeseen expenditure with appropriate notice and documentation.

Skills & Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, health & safety legislation, and compliance standards (e.g., Electricity at Work Act, Legionella control).
• Strong decision-making and technical evaluation skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.
• Comfortable working at height and in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt with a hands-on, team-driven attitude.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Completed trade apprenticeship with 5+ years practical experience.

ONC or City & Guilds Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.

GCSEs or equivalent in Maths, English, and Science.

Full, clean UK driving licence.

Proven fault-finding abilities.

Electrically biased with solid mechanical knowledge.

Desirable:

C&G 2079 F-Gas & ODS Regulations

BS EN 378:2008

BS th Edition

2391 Inspection & Testing or equivalent

PAT Testing (C&G 2377-77)

Counterbalance FLT Licence

IPAF 3a/3b

PASMA Certification

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a company that truly values its people, offers a wide range of benefits, and encourages personal and professional development.

This is a site-based role working 37.5 hours per week on a rota between 6.00 am and 6.00 pm with a call-out requirement every 4 weeks on a rota.

Excellent Benefits

New Ventures Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer, and is acting as a recruitment agency for this vacancy