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M&E Maintenance Engineer

Didcot
9 months ago
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M&E Shift Engineer – FM Service Provider - Pharmaceutical Environment – Oxford - Up to £44,000

An exciting opportunity to join an established building services company based in Oxford has arisen! CBW Staffing Solutions is currently recruiting for 2 Multi-Skilled Shift Engineers to be based on a brand new pharmaceutical contract in Oxford. He or she will be required to carry out planned and reactive building maintenance alongside the maintenance team on site.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Facilities Maintenance and have a proven track record in Electrical, mechanical or AC building maintenance. In return, the company is offering a competitive salary of up to £40,000 + £4,000 Shift Allowance, overtime, further training, and a potential route into further career progression.

Hours of work

4 on, 4 off Days Only
7 am - 7 pmKey Duties & Responsibilities

Lighting (Small installation, Fault-finding, Lamping, etc)
Emergency lighting tests
Control Panels
Changing Ballast
BMS System - Monitor (i.e. Hot & cold)
Maintain and update Log books
Plumbing - Unblocking toilets
Pumps, motorsPackage

Salary of up to £40,000 + £4,000 Shift Allowance
Pension Scheme
25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 1 times annual salary
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts 
Cycle to work scheme 
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmesRequirements

Electrical, Mechanical or AC qualified - City & Guilds Level 2 & 3
Callout of 1 in 4
Must be able to provide copies of your trade certificates
A proven track record in commercial building maintenance
Multi-skilled
Good communication skills
Client FacingIf you are interested in this opportunity please send your CV to Archie Reed of CBW Staffing Solutions for more information

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