Handyman / Technician
Working hours - 8.00am - 5.00pm
Pay Rate - £16.50-£18.00 depending on experience
Job Purpose:
Provide engineering support for building maintenance at the DESPI PFI Contract. Ensure smooth operations, compliance with regulations, and effective troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain all building systems and follow safety and sustainability policies.
* Ensure 100% uptime for critical systems and proper shift coverage.
* Respond to plant failures and complete assigned work efficiently.
* Operate building systems, including high-voltage (HV) operations.
* Oversee service providers' work quality and escalate issues as needed.
* Conduct shift handovers, plant inspections, and housekeeping checks.
* Order parts and handle purchase requisitions effectively.
* Keep work areas organised and ensure tools are maintained.
* Follow escalation procedures and manage emergency situations.
* Maintain records, including safety logs, plant checks, and compliance inspections.
Technical Expertise:
Ability to operate and troubleshoot:
* Building management and control systems
* Air conditioning, heating, and ventilation (AHUs, boilers)
* Generators, UPS, and electrical systems (single-phase, three-phase)
* HV and LV switching operations (training provided)
Qualifications & Experience:
* Strong technical knowledge in building services, including BEMS, UPS, generators, and HVAC.
* 5+ years of experience in building maintenance.
* HV Authorised Person certification.
* City & Guilds Level 1 & 2 or equivalent in electrical/mechanical discipline.
* 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations certification.
* Basic IT skills and experience with PFI contracts preferred.
* Basic DBS required
Competencies:
* Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work proactively and manage multiple tasks.
* Experience in small project work, quoting, and reporting.