Utilities Engineer - Kidderminster - Full time
Company Overview
A leading international engineering and manufacturing organisation specialising in advanced propulsion systems for the defence sector is seeking a Utilities Engineer to join its Facilities team. The business operates across multiple UK and European sites, delivering highly technical solutions within a regulated industrial environment. The organisation offers a collaborative culture, strong safety focus, and opportunities for professional development.
The Role
The Utilities Engineer is responsible for supporting the maintenance, operation, and continuous improvement of site utility systems within a complex industrial environment. The position provides a mechanically biased maintenance service, ensuring reliable site operations while maintaining full compliance with safety standards, regulations, and company procedures.
The successful candidate will support boiler house operations and critical infrastructure systems, ensuring continuity of supply across the site. A BOAS certification is not essential at entry, however the successful individual will be expected to obtain certification and participate in the call out rota.
Key Responsibilities
Ensuring continuity of site utility services
Supporting boiler house operations and duties
Maintenance and repair of fire systems
Maintenance of HVAC systems
Steam system maintenance
Maintenance of compressed air systems
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
Installation work and remedial repairs, replacements and upgrades
Responding to urgent reactive maintenance issues
General mechanical repairs across site systems
Participation in the boiler house call out rota
Ensuring site compliance with current regulations and safety standards
Essential Requirements
Qualifications
City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 in an engineering related discipline
Experience
Minimum 3 years' experience within an industrial or commercial environment
Experience maintaining HVAC systems
Experience working with fire suppression systems
Desirable Skills & Experience
BOAS Certification (IBO)
Boiler house operation experience
IPAF and PASMA certification
Asbestos awareness
L8 awareness
Experience using CAFM or CMMS systems
Personal Attributes
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organisational and time management ability
Computer literate
Ability to interpret and follow technical drawings