Mechanical Engineer

-40,000 - -50,000 dependant on experience

Reading, Berkshire

Permanent role

Our client works within the Facilities arena and they are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join their team, based in Reading.

The role comes with a company van, and you will be providing mechanical engineering services to their broad range of customers. Their customers are based throughout London the Thames Valley and further afield so this will involve travel from site to site.

If you have just started your career in with field, please do apply as they are willing to further develop your skills in this field.

It''s important to consider that this role involves electrical, plumbing, mechanical and general maintenance work so you need to have a flexible and willing approach.

Candidates with strong customer service and commercial skills are essential as you will be meeting clients face to face and helping to provide the full facilities solution.

Responsibilities:

- Carry out PPM and reactive maintenance tasks across mechanical, electrical, and fabric disciplines in line with SFG20 and manufacturer guidelines

- Diagnose and resolve faults efficiently, aiming for first-time fix wherever possible, escalating complex issues to the Lead Engineer where required

- Complete allocated jobs via the CAFM/helpdesk system, ensuring accurate and timely updates, completion notes, and closure of tasks

- Undertake statutory compliance checks and testing (e.g. water hygiene/Legionella monitoring, fire alarm/emergency lighting testing, electrical inspections) as competency allows

- Carry out minor installation, repair, and improvement works as directed

- Complete all works safely, adhering to risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and permit-to-work systems

- Report any health & safety concerns, near-misses, or defects promptly

- Maintain accurate logbooks, asset records, and compliance documentation for all work carried out

- Liaise professionally and courteously with client staff and building occupants while carrying out works

- Monitor and report plant/equipment condition, flagging lifecycle risks or recurring faults to the Lead Engineer

- Manage own van stock, tools, and spares, ensuring adequate supply and proper care of equipment

- Support subcontractors attending site where required, ensuring safe working practices are followed

- Participate in an out-of-hours emergency callout rota as required

- Identify and report opportunities for operational service improvements, contract retention/renewal, additional works, account growth, or sales leads.

Experience required:

- Time-served, multi-skilled engineer (mechanical and/or electrical bias) with recognised trade qualification (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ Level 2/3, or equivalent apprenticeship)

- Proven experience working within a hard services/technical FM or building maintenance environment

- Working knowledge of building services systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical distribution, fabric)

- Understanding of health & safety legislation, safe systems of work, and permit-to-work procedures

- Good communication skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach

- Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) or equivalent electrical qualification

- Authorised Person (AP) or Competent Person status in one or more disciplines (e.g. Legionella/Water, LV Electrical)

- F-Gas qualification (if HVAC/refrigeration systems are in scope)

- Experience using CAFM/helpdesk systems

- IOSH Working Safely or equivalent H&S awareness qualification

Does this role sound like you? Please give us a call on (phone number removed) or email your CV to us.-