Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
Location: Hillingdon
Job Type: Temporary
Duration of booking: Expected to last 6 months with possible extension
Proposed start date: ASAP
Pay Rates: Up to £23 per hour Umbrella or £20 per hour PAYE inclusive of holiday pay
Hours / Working Days: 37.5 hours per week / Monday to Thursday, 8am – 4.30pm Friday’s 8am – 4.00pm
Sector: Healthcare
Based: Office / Hospital
Job Summary
The Estates Maintenance Multi-Skilled Technician is a key member of the Estates maintenance Department, providing daytime operational support to ensure continuity of maintenance services.
The post holder will undertake a wide range of reactive and planned maintenance tasks across mechanical, electrical, and building-fabric disciplines, ensuring systems remain safe, compliant, and operational.
Key Result Areas
Reactive Maintenance
* Respond to maintenance requests via Helpdesk
* Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and fabric faults
* Ensure all works are completed safely and within SLA timeframes
* Undertake temporary repairs where immediate permanent fix is not possible
Mechanical & Plumbing
* Maintain heating, hot/cold water systems, pumps, valves, and pipework
* Carry out repairs and system reinstatement
* Assist with plant maintenance including steam boilers and pressurisation systems
Electrical
* Diagnose and repair faults on lighting, power, and distribution systems
* Replace fittings, switches, and components
* Undertake safe isolations in line with HTM guidance
Building Fabric
* Carry out general repairs including doors, locks, ceilings, and finishes
* Undertake minor joinery and fabric works
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
* Undertake routine PPM and compliance checks
* Record all maintenance activity via CAFM/PDA systems
* Support statutory compliance requirements
Building Management Systems (BMS)
* Monitor plant performance and alarms
* Assist in maintaining environmental control systems
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications (Essential)
* NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering
* Completed apprenticeship or equivalent training
* Multi-skilled capability across at least two disciplines
Experience (Essential)
* Experience in reactive and planned maintenance
* Fault finding across mechanical and/or electrical systems
* Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment
* Use of CAFM or electronic work-order systems
Skills & Knowledge (Essential)
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
* Knowledge of:
* HTMs
* Health & Safety legislation
* Ability to work independently and manage workload
* Good communication and IT skills
Desirable
* NHS or healthcare environment experience
* Competent Person / AP exposure
* Experience with BMS systems