Facilities Engineer - Dudley, Tyne and Wear

Facilities Engineer

up to £35k

Dudley

Hours of Work

37.5 hours a week - 07:30 - 16:00

MDE are recruiting for an experienced Facilities Engineer who is self-motivated, and able to demonstrate excellent communication skills and feel comfortable interacting with colleagues at all levels within the business.  Candidates must have a proactive and hands on approach to tasks alongside high levels of problem-solving skills.  You should be capable of working to your own initiative, and competent in satisfying demanding deadlines.

Main Role Duties / Scope:

• Carry out routine functional testing of safety systems such as Fire Alarms, Sprinkler Systems, Fire Hoses and Emergency Lighting
• Carry out routine maintenance checks on site specific plant and equipment such as Compressors and Chillers.
• Carry out general repairs and maintenance to buildings and facilities as required.
• Undertake plant and equipment installation, including electrical and basic pipe fitting.
• Use Safe systems of work to prevent injury and damage to plant, machinery and equipment.
• Completion of records required for Health, Safety and Environmental purposes.
• Respond effectively to any environmental incidents and be part of emergency response team to make the plant, machinery and equipment safe.
• Maintain the relevant maintenance stores inventory.
•  Ensure 5S standards are maintained including keeping own work area tidy and free from clutter.
•  Log work completed on the maintenance system cards.
•  Undertake training as required to fulfil role effectively.

Person Specification / Required Skills:

• Be qualified as an Electrical or Mechanical Apprenticeship or have a relevant Engineering Qualification
• Minimum 18 th Edition Wiring regulation qualification.
• Able to work at height. MEWP experience.
• Counterbalance FLT licence preferrable.

Please note all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK