Building Services Engineer
Salary: £45,000 - £48,000 DOE
Location: Luton
Working hours: 40 hours – two shift patterns; 7am - 4pm and 9am - 6pm
Call out rota: Additional payment on top of salary, currently 1 in every 4 weeks, Monday – Sunday (to be discussed further at interview)
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Other key details:
* 5 years of verifiable work history with no gaps is required
* Complete a basic DBS check
* Additional security background checks, to be discussed at interview
* Company car provided (driving license required due to location of client site)
* 1st Interview – Meet Account Manager on Teams
* 2nd Interview – Technical Interview
* Final conversation – Onsite with the client & Account Manager
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About the role
As the Building Services Engineer Supervisor, you will lead maintenance operations for one of our prestigious clients based in Luton. As a key on site point of contact for the client, this hands-on role involves managing PPM and reactive works, supervising a small team and ensuring full compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to step into a leadership position within facilities management.
Day-to-day responsibilities also include:
* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance to ensure the site, hangar and associated buildings remain safe, compliant and fully operational
* Diagnose, fault find and resolve technical issues, escalating where specialist support is required
* Liaise professionally with the client, on-site supervisor, subcontractors and other stakeholders to keep them informed of progress and works outstanding
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Where you’ll work
This is a single-site role supporting a unique and varied environment across:
* Hangar 61
* Buildings 99, 100, 100A
* FTC Facility
This contract offers exposure across office space, warehouse facilities and a working airport hangar, making day-to-day activity far more engaging than a typical commercial building.
You will be onsite five days per week, becoming a trusted presence for the client.
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Team, structure & support
* You will work closely with another experienced engineer already based on site
* This engineer will act as a day-to-day support and knowledge resource, helping you quickly build familiarity with assets and systems
* You will report into the Team Supervisor and the client on-site
* You will lead by example and may be expected to coordinate tasks with others where required
This role will particularly suit an engineer who is:
✔ A natural leader in their work approach
✔ Comfortable dealing with contractors, colleagues and clients
✔ Confident taking ownership of outcomes
Basic IT ability is required to upload service sheets and update maintenance records — only basic inputting, no advanced systems knowledge needed.
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Key Responsibilities
(Original list retained)
* Oversee all planned and reactive maintenance activities on-site
* Manage and lead a small team, ensuring effective performance and shift cover for the operation
* Act as the main on-site contact for the client, building strong working relationships
* Coordinate and supervise external contractors and compliance tasks
* Ensure statutory maintenance and documentation are fully up to date
* Order materials, quote for minor works, and manage permits to work
* Provide regular updates and reports to the Account Manager
* Participate in the out-of-hours callout rota (currently one in four) to provide emergency response support
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Qualifications and Experience
(Original list retained + essential IT line)
* Previous experience in building or facilities maintenance
* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
* Strong understanding of Health & Safety and compliance requirements
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Basic IT skills required to upload service sheets and reports
* PASMA/IPAF training desirable
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Why this role is a great opportunity
This is a standout role for an engineer who wants:
✨ Variety and ownership on a highly visible contract
✨ A chance to work in an operational airport environment — truly unique in FM
✨ Close-knit team culture where you're supported daily, not left isolated
✨ Natural progression toward Lead Engineer or Contract Supervisor roles
✨ Direct exposure to the client — building confidence, influence and experience
✨ A role where your ideas, improvements and initiative will genuinely be valued
If you’re seeking a step up in responsibility, enjoy leading from the front and want to be embedded in one impressive client site you can truly make your own — this opportunity has your name on it.