Facilities Maintenance Engineer

Job no: 495235
Work type: Full time
Location: Woodgate, Birmingham
Categories: Aftersales

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities across the site.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and facility-related breakdowns.
• Diagnose faults and undertake repairs to building fabric, fixtures, fittings and site infrastructure.
• Ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Escalate specialist repairs to approved contractors where required.

• Maintain offices, workshops, warehouses, production areas and communal facilities.
• Conduct regular inspections of buildings, plant rooms and external areas.
• Monitor the condition of facilities and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support office moves, workspace modifications and facility upgrades.
• Assist with site security systems, access controls and related infrastructure.

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company policies and relevant legislation.
• Support statutory inspections and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records.
• Assist with risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the site.

• Liaise with external contractors and service providers.
• Support contractor inductions and ensure compliance with site procedures.
• Monitor contractor performance and quality of work.
• Coordinate access and oversee activities where required.

• Assist in maintaining building services including:
• HVAC systems
• Compressed air systems
• Electrical and mechanical services
• Water systems
• Fire alarm and safety systems
• Monitor utility performance and identify energy-saving opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to improve site reliability, efficiency and appearance.
• Support facilities improvement projects and refurbishment activities.
• Contribute ideas that enhance sustainability, cost control and operational effectiveness.
• Support emergency response and business continuity activities where required.

Success in the role will be measured through:

• Completion of preventative maintenance activities to schedule.
• Response times and resolution of maintenance requests.
• Reduction in facility-related downtime and disruptions.
• Compliance with health, safety and statutory requirements.
• Quality and accuracy of maintenance records.
• Positive feedback from internal stakeholders.
• Effective management of contractors and suppliers.
• Contribution to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Safe operation and upkeep of site facilities and infrastructure.

The Facilities Maintenance Technician will work closely with:

• Facilities Manager
• Production and Operations Teams
• Health & Safety Team
• External Contractors and Suppliers
• Department Managers
• Employees across all areas of the business

• Experience in a facilities maintenance, building maintenance or engineering environment.
• Practical knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical maintenance.
• Experience carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Competent in maintaining maintenance records and documentation.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Recognised maintenance, engineering or trade qualification.
• Experience working within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of HVAC, compressed air, fire systems and building management systems.
• IOSH Working Safely or similar health and safety qualification.
• Experience…