Facilities Engineer
Location: Bedford
Salary: GBP35,000 - GBP38,000 per year
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9am - 5pm. Fridays. 9am - 3pm.
Job type: Full-time, permanent
Bridge Recruitment is helping one of our established clients recruit an experienced Facilities Engineer to join their ever-expanding team.
Responsibilities of Facilities Engineer:
Maintenance & Operations
· Deliver planned preventive maintenance (PPM) across mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
· Respond to reactive maintenance requests and resolve issues promptly.
· Perform routine inspections, identifying risks, defects, or opportunities for improvement.
· Monitor and maintain key building infrastructure
· Ensure all equipment and facilities remain in optimal working order with minimum downtime.
Compliance & Safety
· Ensure adherence to statutory compliance including LOLER, PUWER, fire safety, water hygiene (L8), and electrical testing.
· Maintain accurate maintenance records in line with legal and organisational requirements.
· Support risk assessments, safe systems of work, and contribute to H&S improvements.
· Liaise with external inspectors, auditors, and regulatory bodies as required.
Project Support
· Assist with facility upgrades, refurbishments, and small-scale engineering projects.
· Provide technical input into project planning, cost estimates, and supplier selection.
· Support sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives.
Contractor Management
· Co-ordinate external contractors and service providers.
· Ensure all contractors work to agreed standards and follow site safety protocols.
· Review contractor reports, service visits, and maintenance outcomes.
Customer Service & Communication
· Act as a point of contact for facilities queries from employees and stakeholders.
· Communicate effectively regarding maintenance schedules, disruptions, and resolutions.
· Provide technical advice to non-technical colleagues.
Requirements of the Facilities Engineer:
· Strong communicator with a customer-focused approach.
· Calm under pressure and able to manage competing priorities.
· High attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship.
· Team player with a collaborative attitude.
· Flexible and adaptable to operational needs.
· Ideally working towards or currently have IOSH
· NVQ 3 Level Electrical or Mechanical
If you feel like you meet the above criteria for the Facilities Engineer role, then please apply now