Multi-Skilled Mechanical Engineer


Company:	ISS Facilities Services
Salary:	£35,000 - £40,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Addlestone, KT15 3NB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Jul 2026
Closing date:	2 Aug 2026

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Summary

Contract: Government

Location: Addlestone, KT15 3NB

Hours of work: 40

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking a Multi-Skilled Mechanical Engineer who will play a pivotal role in supporting the ambition to become the world’s greatest service organisation.

By delivering exceptional building services maintenance, this role enables clients to operate efficiently while empowering colleagues through collaboration and technical expertise.

Job Description

Reporting to the Non-Containment Supervisor, the Mechanical Engineer is responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical and building services across client properties.

The role covers proactive and reactive maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and installations, ensuring all systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while maintaining world-class service standards.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, including inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.

Diagnose faults, replace defective components, and ensure equipment is calibrated and operating correctly.

Test and commission systems using appropriate tools and methods to ensure optimal performance.

Plan and prioritise work effectively, selecting suitable techniques, materials, and resources.

Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, materials, and time estimates.

Coordinate with clients, managers, and contractors, including issuing permits and overseeing contractor activities.

Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations, including risk assessments, method statements, and COSHH.

Build strong working relationships, providing technical support and driving continuous service improvement.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds 1788 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).

Proven ability to apply technical knowledge to maintain reliable mechanical systems.

Demonstrable success in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical building services.

Experience delivering both reactive and planned preventative maintenance.

Previous experience within FM or building services in commercial properties.

Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations and safe systems of work.

Effective communication skills with the ability to convey technical information clearly.

Strong organisational awareness, resilience, and ability to manage workloads effectively.

Full UK driving licence required.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant, #Bepartofsomethingbigger,

#aplacetobeyou,

#facilitiesmanagement

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are proud to be a Gold Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award holder and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families. Through our Joint Forces Programme, we provide mentoring and support to members of the Armed Forces community and their spouses as they transition into civilian careers.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com

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