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Facilities Maintenance Technician
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Department: Facilities Management
Reports to: Technical Services Lead
Role Overview
We are looking for a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to carry out maintenance, inspection, and repair of building systems including furniture, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations across client sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver PPM and reactive maintenance
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems
- Monitor plant, equipment, and building services
- Respond to breakdowns and maintenance requests
- Support installations, upgrades, and minor project works
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with H&S standards
- Provide excellent customer service to clients and stakeholders
- Provide support to facilities department to ensure contract delivery
About You
- Experience in FM, building services, or maintenance engineering
- Knowledge of M&E systems, HVAC, and controls
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Good understanding of health & safety practices
- Reliable, organised, and team-focused
Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent technical qualification
- Full UK driving Licence (Essential)
- IOSH Working safely or equivalent Health & Safety Qualification (Preferred)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Operational Technical Services Lead to oversee technical building services across multiple sites, ensuring compliance, performance, and high service standards.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of M&E, HVAC, and BMS services across multiple sites
- Manage PPM and reactive maintenance
- Ensure health & safety and statutory compliance
- Oversee engineering teams and contractors
- Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and service performance
- Act as key contact for clients and stakeholders
- Drive innovation, sustainability, and operational efficiency initiatives
- Assist with lifecycle planning and capital replacement programs
- Provide technical guidance during project works and minor upgrades
- Support budgeting, cost control, and improvements
About You
- Experience in FM or technical services
- Strong M&E, HVAC, and compliance knowledge
- Proven team and contractor management skills
- Strong communication and problem-solving ability
Qualifications
- Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or equivalent preferred)
- IOSH Managing/NEBOSH advantageous
What We Offer
- Competitive salary + overtime
- Pension scheme
- Training and development
- Company uniform, tools & PPE
- Meal allowance
Additional Information
- Site travel required
- On-call rota participation
- Occasional out of hours working may be required
We Ensure You're Rewarded For All Your Hard Work
Which Is Why We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Which Includes But Is Not Limited To:
- Free meals
- Free on-site gym
- Onsite free car parking
- Electric vehicle charging points
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
- Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
- Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
- Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
- You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
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