We are looking for a Shift Technician with a Mechanical/Plumbing Background to join a reputable engineering services provider in London, known for delivering high-quality maintenance and building services across commercial and mixed-use properties.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically competent engineer with mechanical and plumbing experience to develop their career within a stable and supportive organisation.
About the Role:
In this role, you will help ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of building services systems as part of the MSD maintenance contract.
Key responsibilities include:
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Undertaking planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and small-scale project works in line with SLAs.
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Responding swiftly to breakdowns and maintenance requests.
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Diagnosing faults and completing repairs at first attempt where possible, escalating complex issues when necessary.
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Monitoring plant and system performance and communicating any required downtime to relevant stakeholders.
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Ordering and checking spare parts or suitable replacements to ensure compliance with standards.
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Carrying out risk assessments before starting tasks and raising any safety concerns promptly.
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Keeping plant rooms, tools, and work areas safe, clean, and well organised.
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Working flexibly to cover shift patterns, including overtime when required.
Responsibilities:
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Operate and maintain mechanical, plumbing, and building services systems.
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Conduct first-line fault finding and emergency response duties.
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Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental procedures, including COSHH.
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Maintain accurate records of all operational activities for audit purposes.
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Support senior engineers and site management in meeting operational and maintenance goals.
Skills & Experience Required:
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Minimum of 2 years' experience in building services maintenance or engineering.
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Competent in mechanical and electrical maintenance, including plumbing, HVAC, and general building systems.
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Strong understanding of safe working practices and risk assessments.
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Familiar with electronic reporting and IT-based maintenance systems.
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Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
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Positive, proactive, and team-focused approach.
Qualifications:
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City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, or Air Conditioning & Refrigeration.
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ONC/HNC in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering.
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NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline.
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Recognised EITB Maintenance and Operations Engineering Apprenticeship (MOET) or equivalent advantageous.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Opportunity to work on a high-profile, modern commercial site.
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Continuous training and professional development