£30K/yr to £33K/yr
City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Permanent, Variable

Maintenance Engineer

Posted by FPSG Connect.

Overview

Ref: 103439

Maintenance Engineer ?

Location- Edinburgh

Fulltime

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and detail-oriented Maintenance Engineer to join a team at an industry leading science and research facility. The location hosts multiple organizations focused on advancing health and welfare in key areas.

As a member of a small team of in-house engineers, you will be responsible for performing both planned and reactive maintenance across various buildings, including offices, laboratories, and research facilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct maintenance at scheduled intervals on Steam Boiler Plants, Heating and Ventilation systems, Compressed Air systems, Water systems, and general Building Services.
  • Perform timely and safe repairs on the aforementioned systems to minimize downtime and ensure work continuity.
  • Maintain accurate records of completed work and time spent, creating a detailed history of plant and equipment maintenance.
  • Serve as the 'First Responder' when scientific equipment malfunctions, ensuring quick resolution.
  • Coordinate with equipment users to ensure work is properly scheduled and conducted safely.
  • Develop Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as required.
  • Participate in an 'On Call' rotation with other engineers to provide 24/7 coverage across the facility. Compensation includes an on-call fee plus overtime for callouts.
  • Stay informed about Health and Safety legislation to ensure all work is carried out safely.

Role Profile

  • Possess a minimum of 2 years' experience in a maintenance setting.
  • Strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations, including Risk Assessments and the development of Method Statements (Safe Systems of Work).
  • Proficient in maintaining and repairing heating and ventilation systems.
  • Skilled in performing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and managing emergency situations, unexpected issues, and necessary repairs.
  • Hold an SVQ or City & Guilds qualification in an engineering discipline.

Reward

In return you will have the chance to work within a friendly and fast-paced business with excellent career progression plans, this is an outstanding opportunity to significantly progress your career.

This role requires you to be on site 5 days a week.

Next Steps

Apply by contacting Gregor Brown

Equal Opportunities

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