Company Profile
CBRE is a global leader in Facilities Management and workplace services, supporting clients with the industry's most comprehensive technical, engineering, and operational expertise. Our vision is to deliver exceptional, integrated FM solutions that create safe, efficient and high‑performing workplaces. Through our global network of over 100,000 professionals, operating across 48 countries, we provide world‑class engineering, maintenance, sustainability and operational support to organisations of every size and sector.
Job Title: Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias)
CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Multi-Skilled with Electrical bias to join the team located in London (NW1).
To operate, maintain and manage electrical and mechanical building services across the site with minimal supervision. The role includes PPM delivery, reactive maintenance, statutory compliance, and supporting specialist contractors - ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with CBRE procedures and QHSE standards.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure that routine maintenance is carried out to all building plant, equipment and systems to meet and exceed expectations, and agreed service level agreements. Maintenance and remedial works to be tracked / recorded complete using CBRE's IFM Hub CAFM system
Respond to Building Management System alarms, and effect emergency repairs as needed.
Undertake and successfully complete CBRE training to be able to issue and ensure appropriate controls within the Permit to Work systems and achieve qualification as LVAP / CSAP for site.
Ensure that domestic water systems are maintained to comply with the requirements of the L8 standard. To hold / undertake completion of appropriate Level 2 Legionella training course.
Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out maintenance of the above plant.
Ensure that comprehensive maintenance records are kept and computerised maintenance system is kept up to date.
Ensure that safe methods of working are complied with for all tasks carried out to ensure safe working practices are adhered to and all requirements are met under the health and safety at work act 1974
Ensure that engineering subcontractors are appropriately supervised, and comply with contractual commitments, site operating processes and operate there safe systems of work.
To develop a good working relationship with all members of CBRE staff and client personnel.
Ensure the provision of a safe & healthy working environment, and ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures, as well as client site policies, procedures and working arrangements, as required.
Ensure a professional image of CBRE is presented to clients and visitors, and ensure excellence in customer service is delivered and promoted at all times.
Ensure that professional and technical skills are maintained through a commitment to personal development and life-long-learning.
Person Specification/Requirements
Education & Training
Good general education with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Recognised Level 3 electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2365/2330, or equivalent).
Apprenticeship or formal electrical training programme preferred.
Additional knowledge of mechanical or building fabric trades beneficial.
Experience
Strong working knowledge of commercial electrical systems, distribution boards, lighting, containment and associated plant.
Experience working on PPM and reactive maintenance within commercial buildings.
Understanding of safe electrical isolation procedures and permit‑to‑work processes.
Good awareness of H&S practices and risk assessment requirements