Job Title: Assistant Mechanical Engineer / Plumbing Improver (Temp to Perm)
Location: Richmond (Primary Site) – with occasional travel to WeybridgeHours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pmContract: Temporary to Permanent
initially paid through Umbrella on £18 - 19 per hour
About the Role
We are recruiting for an Assistant Mechanical Engineer / Plumbing Improver to join a growing team on a newly mobilised site in Richmond. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on experience in plant rooms, hard services FM, or a commercial maintenance environment who is looking to develop their skills and build a long-term career.
This is a temp-to-perm position with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent, offering structured training, mentoring, and upskilling alongside experienced engineers.
You will be primarily based in Richmond, with occasional travel to a nearby site in Weybridge.
Key Responsibilities
* Support qualified engineers with planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works
* Assist with maintenance and basic repairs on mechanical and plumbing systems
* Work within plant rooms and on-site building services equipment
* Help ensure all tasks are completed in line with SFG-20 standards and SLAs
* Carry out basic fault finding and report issues to senior engineers
* Assist with L8 tasks and general compliance works (training provided where needed)
* Complete job reports accurately using CAFM systems or paperwork
* Support with minor installations and general maintenance tasks
* Maintain tools, equipment, and safe working environments
* Build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients
* Follow all company health & safety policies and procedures
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* Experience working in a plant room, building services, or hard FM environment
* Basic understanding of mechanical or plumbing systems
* Positive attitude and willingness to learn
* Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from senior engineers
* Good communication skills
* Basic IT skills (for reports and job logging systems)
Desirable:
* Full UK driving licence (preferred but not essential)
* Any plumbing or mechanical qualification (e.g., City & Guilds – even part-completed)
* Experience working on commercial sites (e.g., offices, healthcare, etc.)
* Knowledge of PPMs or compliance tasks
* Previous experience assisting engineers or working as an improver
Training & Development
* Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced engineers
* Exposure to a wide range of mechanical and plumbing systems
* Opportunity to gain qualifications and progress within the business
* Clear pathway to a fully qualified engineer role
Personal Attributes
* Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
* Keen to develop technical skills and progress
* Strong work ethic with a "can do" attitude
* Good problem-solving mindset
* Takes pride in their work
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
What's on Offer
* Temp to perm opportunity with excellent long-term prospects
* Competitive hourly rate / salary (dependent on experience)
* Overtime opportunities
* Ongoing training and career development
* Supportive team on a growing and newly awarded contract