Job title: Facilities Maintenance Engineer Location: Reading Pay rate: £14 - £16 per hour PAYE depending on experience Hours: Monday to Friday 6am to 2.30pm flexibility may be available Job type: Initial 3-6 month contract This is an exciting opportunity for a Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business on a 3-6 month contract The role of Facilities Maintenance Engineer: Manage the sites maintenance helpdesk system, ensuring timely allocation and completion of tasks. Oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) for building services, plant, equipment, and infrastructure. Support troubleshooting of mechanical/electrical issues and assist engineers with complex breakdowns. Maintain spare parts inventory and handle procurement of materials, supplies, and equipment. Ensure statutory compliance (PUWER, LOLER, fire safety, water hygiene, electrical safety) and maintain audit-ready documentation. Coordinate contractors and vendors, including inductions, supervision, quality checks, and performance management. Administer facilities systems such as access control, CCTV, fire/security systems, and (if applicable) fleet management. Maintain records, asset registers, and reports, promoting safety, 5S, and continuous improvement across site operations. The suitable Facilities Maintenance Engineer should have the following skills and experience: Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues. Handson experience in f