Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias)
| Company: | Daniel Owen Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,000 to £48,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, N7 9DP |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 10 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias)
London | £42,000 - £48,000 + Benefits
We're looking for a hands-on
Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical Bias) to join a growing facilities maintenance team supporting a portfolio of commercial buildings across London.
This is a foot-mobile role ideal for someone with a strong mechanical background who enjoys fault-finding, problem-solving and delivering first-class service. You'll be the first point of contact for maintenance issues, carrying out repairs, diagnosing faults and ensuring buildings remain safe, compliant and operational.
The Role
As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you will:
- Attend maintenance issues and carry out initial fault diagnosis.
- Identify whether faults are mechanical, electrical, controls or fabric related and either resolve them or coordinate specialist contractors.
- Carry out minor mechanical repairs including replacing tap cartridges, valves, actuators, TRVs, pipework modifications, fan replacements and motor swaps.
- Take pressure and temperature readings to assist with fault finding and system diagnostics.
- Conduct routine building inspections and identify maintenance issues before they become larger problems.
- Support planned and reactive maintenance activities across a varied commercial property portfolio.
- Oversee contractors when required, ensuring works are completed safely and to the required standard.
- Assist with workplace maintenance tasks including TV installations, whiteboards, furniture assembly and general building improvements.
- Undertake light carpentry and minor fabric maintenance works where required.
- Maintain strong working relationships with occupiers, contractors and stakeholders.
About You
We're keen to hear from candidates with:
- Proven experience within building maintenance, facilities maintenance, engineering or construction.
- Strong mechanical maintenance knowledge.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools and testing equipment.
- Basic understanding of electrical systems.
- Good fault-finding and diagnostic ability.
- Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
- A strong commitment to health and safety.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team.
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds Level 2 in Plumbing, Heating & Ventilation, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Mechanical Engineering Services or a related discipline.
Desirable Qualifications
- Gas Safe Registration
- F-Gas Category I
- Legionella / L8 Water Hygiene
- 18th Edition (C&G 2382)
- City & Guilds 2391 Testing & Inspection
What's On Offer?
- Salary of £42,000 - £48,000
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Monthly performance incentives
- Fully funded training and qualifications
- Clear progression opportunities
- Regular social events
- Paid parental leave
- Season Ticket Loan
- Gym membership and healthcare benefits
- Workplace nursery benefit
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Uniform, tools and equipment provided
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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