Maintenance Engineer (Ref: 007020)

Location: Central London, on site

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Up to £45,000 + Benefits & Opportunities

Maxwell Stephens is recruiting a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join a professional facilities team within a large organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional who takes pride in their workmanship and understands the importance of safe, functional and well-presented facilities.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and general building maintenance. The workload is varied, covering electrical, mechanical, plumbing and building fabric, so that essential systems and equipment run efficiently and the premises remain comfortable and safe.

You will also support statutory compliance, health and safety procedures and the effective day-to-day operation of the facilities.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across the premises
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, undertake minor installations, and maintain lighting, power distribution and emergency lighting systems
• Complete routine inspections and testing, including PAT testing, in line with relevant regulations and competency requirements
• Carry out scheduled fire safety inspections and other facilities compliance checks
• Assist with the maintenance of HVAC systems, mechanical plant, water systems and building management controls
• Conduct plant room inspections and routine checks of valves, expansion vessels, filters and critical equipment
• Complete routine water hygiene checks, including temperature monitoring and flushing, in accordance with established procedures
• Undertake general building maintenance, including painting, decorating, carpentry, minor plumbing, and repairs to fixtures and fittings
• Assist with the maintenance and monitoring of specialist hydrotherapy equipment and associated water systems, where required
• Review contractor risk assessments and method statements, and oversee works carried out on site
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report defects, safety concerns and remedial requirements
• Support general facilities operations, including stock management, equipment handling and keeping working areas clean and organised

You are practical, dependable, organised and confident working independently while contributing positively to a wider team.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a maintenance engineering, facilities maintenance or building services role
• A good working knowledge of electrical, mechanical and general building maintenance
• Experience carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive fault finding
• An understanding of health and safety requirements and statutory compliance in a building maintenance environment
• The ability to identify faults, prioritise repairs and resolve issues efficiently
• Good communication and organisational skills, with a flexible and professional approach
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of BS 7671 and the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, building management systems, PAT testing and water hygiene procedures
• Relevant electrical qualifications and evidence of competence in electrical inspection and testing

To apply, or for a confidential conversation, send your CV to [email removed] or call Tegan Coates on [phone removed].

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