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
* Maintenance & Operations:
o Deliver planned preventive maintenance (PPM) across mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
o Respond to reactive maintenance requests and resolve issues promptly.
o Perform routine inspections, identifying risks, defects, or opportunities for improvement.
o Monitor and maintain key building infrastructure.
o Ensure all equipment and facilities remain in optimal working order with minimum downtime.
* Compliance & Safety:
o Ensure adherence to statutory compliance including LOLER, PUWER, fire safety, water hygiene (L8), and electrical testing.
o Maintain accurate maintenance records in line with legal and organisational requirements.
o Support risk assessments, safe systems of work, and contribute to H&S improvements.
o Liaise with external inspectors, auditors, and regulatory bodies as required.
* Project Support:
o Assist with facility upgrades, refurbishments, and small-scale engineering projects.
o Provide technical input into project planning, cost estimates, and supplier selection.
o Support sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives.
* Contractor Management:
o Co-ordinate external contractors and service providers.
o Ensure all contractors work to agreed standards and follow site safety protocols.
o Review contractor reports, service visits, and maintenance outcomes.
* Customer Service & Communication:
o Act as a point of contact for facilities queries from employees and stakeholders.
o Communicate effectively regarding maintenance schedules, disruptions, and resolutions.
o Provide technical advice to non-technical colleagues.
Requirements
* 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.
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