Facilities Engineer - Contract - Hemel Hempstead

We are seeking an experienced Facilities Engineer to provide planned and reactive maintenance across designated office and equipment site locations for a growing organisation's Facilities function.

The role covers technical maintenance, on-site management of specialist contractors, and compliance/H&S documentation across multiple sites. The successful candidate will also support the wider Field Services engineering team with general maintenance activities as required.

This is a hands-on role requiring a qualified electrician background and the confidence to work independently, manage contractors on site, and deputise for the Facilities Manager when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out technical planned maintenance in line with the PPM schedule.
• Carry out reactive maintenance identified through planned activities or the reporting system.
• Conduct operational and safety audits at designated sites.
• Facilitate access for, and manage on site, specialist maintenance contractors.
• Maintain accurate on-site records and compliance documentation.
• Deliver monthly reporting of maintenance activities to the Facilities Manager.
• Deliver monthly reporting of audits and environmental data capture to the Facilities Manager (and others as required).
• Participate in the call-out rota (currently 1-in-4), covering own and other sites.
• Carry out annual PAT testing at designated locations, plus ad hoc testing for internal staff and field teams.
• Deputise for the Facilities Manager as required.
• Manage spend on company credit for maintenance consumables/goods/equipment, with monthly reporting.
• Attend training and continue developing relevant knowledge and skills.
• Travel to sites across the UK as required, including occasional overnight stays.

Required Skills & Experience:

• City & Guilds (or equivalent) qualified electrician.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Eligible for security clearance.
• Previous experience in a similar facilities/maintenance role.
• Strong IT literacy.
• Experience supervising maintenance contractors.
• Experience working alone with minimal supervision.

Desirable Skills:

• City & Guilds (or equivalent) Test & Inspection qualification.
• City & Guilds (or equivalent) PAT testing qualification.
• IOSH (or similar) Health & Safety qualification.
• Legionella Awareness training.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Knowledge of air conditioning and refrigeration.
• Knowledge of plumbing and drainage systems.
• Knowledge of fire and intruder alarm systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of UPS systems, standby generators and BMS.
• Experience carrying out minor building fabric repairs.

Role Details:

• Location: Hemel Hempstead (travel required to other sites)
• Reports to: Facilities Manager
• Duration: 12 months
• Day Rate: £200 - £300 (Inside IR35)