Multi-Skilled Building Services Engineer (Mechanical/Plumbing Bias) – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Responsibilities

• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and address reactive repairs on plumbing and mechanical systems.
  


• Diagnose and resolve issues in commercial plumbing, heating, and mechanical plant systems.
  


• Maintain and repair components such as:
  
  
  
  • Pumps
    
  
  
  • Pressurisation units
    
  
  
  • Expansion vessels
    
  
  
  • Calorifiers
    
  
  
  • Booster sets
    
  
  
  • Valves
    
  
  
  • Associated mechanical plant
    
  
  


• Oversee domestic hot and cold water services.
  


• Service TMVs and engage in water hygiene and Legionella control activities.
  


• Conduct minor installation and remedial works.
  


• Identify root causes of faults and propose long-term solutions.
  


• Update job records, materials, findings, and completion details using CAFM systems and mobile devices.
  


• Perform dynamic risk assessments and adhere to permit-to-work procedures.
  


• Maintain the company vehicle, tools, and equipment.
  


• Collaborate with M&E colleagues as needed.
  


• Mentor and support a designated Plumbing Apprentice.
  

Essential

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification in:
  
  
  
  • Plumbing
    
  
  
  • Mechanical Engineering
    
  
  
  • Building Services Engineering
    
  
  


• Extensive experience in commercial plumbing and mechanical maintenance.
  


• Proficiency in maintaining:
  
  
  
  • Heating systems
    
  
  
  • Pumps
    
  
  
  • Pressurisation units
    
  
  
  • Expansion vessels
    
  
  
  • Calorifiers
    
  
  
  • Mechanical plant equipment
    
  
  


• Experience in delivering both planned and reactive maintenance.
  


• Strong skills in fault-finding and diagnostics.
  


• Capability to work independently in occupied buildings.
  


• Competence in using CAFM systems and mobile technology.
  


• Valid Full UK Driving Licence.
  


• Willingness and capability to mentor apprentices.
  

Desirable

• Unvented Hot Water Qualification.
  


• Training in Water Hygiene or Legionella Awareness.
  


• Basic knowledge of electrical fault-finding.
  


• Awareness of BMS.
  


• Experience in HVAC and AHU maintenance.
  


• Familiarity with booster pump maintenance.
  


• Knowledge of water treatment.
  


• Training in Asbestos Awareness.
  


• IPAF or PASMA Certification.
  


• First Aid Qualification.
  


• Experience in:
  
  
  
  • Local Authority Estates
    
  
  
  • Schools
    
  
  
  • NHS Estates
    
  
  
  • Public Sector Facilities Management
    
  
  

What's on Offer?

• £31.98 per hour (Umbrella)
  


• 3 Month Contract with potential for a permanent position
  


• Van-Mobile Role
  


• 36 Hours Per Week
  


• Bi-weekly Pay
  


• Diverse portfolio of educational, community, and corporate buildings
  


• Opportunity to mentor and develop future engineers
  


• Supportive and professional Facilities Management team