Job Title: Foot Mobile Maintenance Engineer
Location: Central London (Foot Mobile - Multiple Sites)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Purpose:
The Foot Mobile Maintenance Engineer will carry out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and building services support across a portfolio of sites within walking distance of Oxford Street and surrounding areas. The role requires a strong understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems, with the ability to respond quickly to faults, maintain plant equipment, and uphold excellent service standards across client buildings.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out routine PPM tasks across mechanical and electrical plant in accordance with site schedules and asset lists.
Complete reactive maintenance and breakdown tasks, proactively identifying areas for improvement, including fabric-related jobs and concessionary store requests.
Oversee subcontractor activities, ensuring they meet contractual requirements and operate safely while on site.
Operate the Permit to Work system in line with BGIS Quality, Health & Safety procedures and client expectations.
Diagnose and remedy plant faults and defects quickly to maintain serviceable equipment.
Ensure appropriate spares are available for both maintenance and reactive works; provide parts lists and estimated timelines for remedial tasks.
Complete all required paperwork for reactive, PPM, and breakdown works and submit promptly to the contract administrator.
Prepare and use Method Statements and Risk Assessments to ensure safe working practices.
Maintain strong working relationships with BGIS staff, subcontractors, and client representatives.
Maintain a safe and healthy working environment, including correct use of uniform and PPE at all times.
Present a professional and positive image of BGIS to clients at all times.
Ensure plant rooms remain locked, secure, and kept clean and tidy.
Supervise and monitor subcontractor works during maintenance activity.
Complete all assigned tasks in line with Health & Safety requirements.
Maintain awareness and compliance with contractual KPIs and SLAs.
Keep the Computer-Based Maintenance System (e.g., Maximo) up to date, ensuring accurate closure of PPM and reactive tickets.
Operate the Permit to Work System in accordance with BGIS or approved client processes.
Carry out any additional tasks as required by the site management team.
Ensure engineering teams produce near-miss reports, dynamic risk assessments, and detailed site activity records, escalating any non-compliance.
Proactively check and ensure compliance with the LOTO system.
Monitor and control building environmental conditions using the BMS to maintain acceptable internal conditions.Qualifications & Experience:
Must hold a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (e.g., C&G, NVQ, BTEC).
Experience in building services, HVAC, mechanical or electrical maintenance.
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across M&E systems.
Good working knowledge of building management systems (BMS) and permit-to-work processes.
Experience working in a client-facing environment.
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