Total 28 maintenance repair job vacancies in Chesham, Buckinghamshire

Title: Site Facilities (Infrastructure) Maintenance Engineer

Location: Milton Keynes

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7am - 4pm (1 hour lunch break, unpaid)

Salary: Circa £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) + Overtime + Extensive benefits please see below.

The Company:

This international food manufacturing company is seeking a site services maintenance engineer to take responsibility for all maintenance, servicing and project work on their large industrial FMCG site in Milton Keynes.

The site itself is a fast-paced manufacturing site with high technology products and highly regulated processes. Within the small maintenance team you will be responsible for pitching in where needed to cover all facilities including HVAC systems, Air Handling Units, Chiller Equipment, Boilers, Steam Boilers, Plumbing and more.

The role:

This role will combine the daily / weekly upkeep of the site itself, from planned site servicing, reactive / breakdown maintenance to large scale projects including installation of heat recovery water battery, suspended ceiling and roof reconditioning, a new air compressor systems and more.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years + experience working on the infrastructure of an industrial site.
• Previous experience working with Air Compressors, Boilers, HVAC systems, Air Handling Units, Chiller / Refrigeration Equipment, Boilers, Steam Systems, waste / water waste systems, CHP and waste heat boiler, Reverse Osmosis Plants .
• Experience working in an industrial setting, preferably within FMCG manufacturing.

Benefits:

• Overtime available - paid at £35 per hour
• Company Pension 10% Matched
• Health Care - Single BUPA annual cover
• EV car scheme
• Sharesave scheme
• Hapi App employee benefits
• Discounts / vouchers on shopping / travel

Job Titles: Mechanical Engineer, Facilities, Infrastructure Engineer, HVAC, Building Services, Water Treatment, Utilities, Refrigeration, Maintenance Engineer, Electrical Technician, Mechanical Technician, Site Engineer, Electrical Supervisor, Filters, Heating Repair, AHU, FCU Engineer.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Title: Mobile Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Salary/hours: Up to 40K (Depending on qualifications and experience).

Working days: Monday to Friday 8am-5pm (full time)

Reporting to: Contract Manager

Full job description

This is a great opportunity to join an established organisation that can offer excellent career progression and development prospects. This role would suit a dynamic, qualified, and experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) looking for a fresh new challenge.

This role is a Mobile Role and require travelling to Milton Keynes, Luton & upto Northampton.

What we need from you as a Mobile Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

• Experience working as a maintenance electrician/multi skilled engineer
• City & Guilds or BTECH qualification in electrical installation or maintenance
• confidence performing Multi skilled tasks
• Served a recognised apprenticeship
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems & electrical maintenance practices
• Working knowledge of PPM`s and Reactive Maintenance
• Experienced in electrical fault finding and repairs
• Qualified to carry out electrical installations to regulations
• A strong understanding of safe systems of work
• The ability to work safely under own supervision or as part of a team

Desirable:

• Inspection & testing qualified (18th edition)
• NVQ3
• Multi skilled qualification & experience
• Experience in the maintenance

Duties to include:

• Maintain all equipment to standards expected
• Completion of preventative maintenance tasks
• performing multi skilled tasks
• Fault find and carry out repairs
• Involvement in projects like new installations
• Ensure safe working practices are always adhered to
• Record and document work completed using PC/Mobile based maintenance software
• To work across multisite locations
• To be able to work unsupervised or as part of a team and follow procedures as required
• Be dependable, trustworthy with an excellent time & attendance record

Benefits:

• Company pension & other benefits
• Progression in a leading organisation

Please call or send CV to apply

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Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer

Telent are now looking for a Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer to join a talented team of Traffic Signals specialists in the Buckinghamshire region. Due to growth and demand from our customer(s), we in a position to grow our Traffic team in this region. This is a "Field based" role - the successful applicant MUST hold a full UK driving license.

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can develop your Electrical maintenance knowledge and experience? Do you hold an Electrical Engineering (or similar) Diploma / Certificate, and looking to kick-start a new career maintaining National, mission-critical Transport infrastructure? Have you worked on either installing or maintaining / fixing site-based Electrical equipment / kit, and looking to transfer this knowledge into a totally different industry? Are you looking for an accredited and structured training programme to really test your capabilities?

When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7.

Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer - What you'll do:​​​​​​​

As a Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer, you will work closely with one of our experienced Traffic Engineers to troubleshoot, fix, maintain, and test a range of Traffic Signals / Traffic Lights and electrical equipment that is associated with this, in and around the Crawley and West Sussex regions. Training isn't in a classroom, it is a healthy mix of 'on the job' learning, providing you with an opportunity to work towards an NVQ in Electrical Installations and Sector based certifications such as ECS and the National Highways Sector Scheme (NHSS) Chapter 8.

Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer - Who you are:

You will naturally have an interest in troubleshooting, fixing, testing and maintaining Electrical equipment, and already have some exposure to anything electrical - whether that's working with outdoor lighting, CCTV's, controllers, detection boxes, telecommunications / radio equipment etc, or you've had some experience via a College related course / Diploma.

Trainee Traffic Maintenance Engineer - Key requirements / behaviours:

• Motivation and willingness to learn on the job and via online learning


• Previous experience of Electrical testing, maintenance, fixing or installing, or a holder of an Electrical course / diploma or similar


• Ability to problem solve and providing ideas - ultimately the job requires you to think outside the box, and working through "fault finding instructions"


• Full UK Driving Licence holder


• Able to and willing to undertake a Drugs & Alcohol test to ensure compliancy.

What we offer:

A career at Telent can span sectors, roles, technologies and customers giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver.

We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone be themselves and to thrive at work.

The additional benefits with this role:

• Fully kitted out Commercial Vehicle offered


• Overtime options


• 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year


• Company matched pension scheme


• A range of family friendly policies


• Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal


• Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme.

Open spaces worker – job description

Aspire is an award-winning community enterprise that is seeking ambitious and outgoing people to work as key members of our lively crews. If you like clean, open spaces, have enthusiasm for the outdoors, can work hard and want to do the best you can while looking after the environment and improving the lives of disadvantaged people whilst improving yours, then we’re interested in talking to you.

Experience is not necessary as you will learn on the job, but a commitment to being good at what you do is essential, as too is the desire to get better. If you do have experience of the industry and skills and qualifications such as driving and technical skills we have a range of roles that may be available for you now or in the future.

Aspire is a community business that is campaigning for better conditions for frontline workers including the Real Living Wage and Good working conditions. Our frontline teams provide open space and estate management services to local councils, housing associations and estates, charities and the private sector. They are dedicated to maintaining clean and green public and private spaces in an environmentally friendly fashion and treating their customers in a friendly and respectful fashion. We currently work in London and around the M25 areas in Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire.

Aspire teams carry out a range of different tasks from keeping public building outdoor space neat and tidy, to managing community gardens and maintaining sports grounds and football pitches.

As a valued member of our team, you will get the chance to use your skills or learn new skills in open space and estates management. You are likely to carry out a range of tasks including grass cutting, maintenance of car parks, play areas and footpaths, cleaning and maintenance of street furniture, litter-picking, leaf clearance and blowing. You will be expected to demonstrate the outcome of your work through regular reporting using digital channels and will be equipped with a works mobile to carry out such tasks.

You will work across a variety of sites within a small team, and will be expected to communicate with clients and residents in a friendly and professional fashion. You will be expected to work collaboratively within the team and to listen and learn from your supervisor and other members of the team. You will be trained to work in a safe and organised manner as health and safety is one of number one concerns.
This is a real chance for people who want a chance to prove their worth and to build and develop their personal skills and confidence in an organisation that wants to see you succeed and make a difference in your life while making things better for local communities.

Skills and experience
We do not have any essential skills, experience or qualifications for these posts. However, everyone has to sign up the Aspire ethos where everyone however different is treated with respect, as well as successfully pass the Aspire Challenge for which you will get help and support in achieving. Attributes that will help people to be successful include the following -
• Ability to get on with diverse groups of people
• Hardworking
• Practical
• Enthusiastic
• Sense of humour
• Ambitious to do good job
• Mobile friendly
• Interested in wider community

Hours and pay
Ideally, we need people who can work at least 24 hours a week or more but can be flexible to work around the needs of people for shorter hours. Aspire is a Real Living Wage Employer and you will receive the current Real Living Wage for your area.

Help and Support
Everyone who works at Aspire must pass the Aspire Challenge which tests people on the Aspire Standards that are an essential part of our day to day work. Being able to work within a team and effectively communicate with employees, clients and other stakeholders is an integral part of the daily job and part of the ongoing development for each one of our employees. It is an essential part of working within Aspire and passing the Aspire Challenge.

Aspire does not expect every employee to pass the Aspire challenge immediately, but it selects people on the basis that it believes that they have the potential to be successful. This does not depend on current skills, formal education or qualifications but on a desire to do the best for themselves and for Aspire. Those who wish to, can choose to take a range of online courses to develop their communications and teamwork skills.

How to apply
Please send us a copy of your CV and take a look at our website at www.aspirecommunityworks.com and then send us a message about why you think you would like to work with Aspire and what you think you could add to our community. This can be in a covering letter of no more than two sides, or a video, or a voice message, or whatever other method you choose.


Contact details
works@aspirecommunityworks.com

Once we have your submissions we will contact you to let you know whether you have been successful, and on to the next stage which will normally consist of an interview either online or face to face. If you need more information or need us to make reasonable adjustments please let us know using the contact details above.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

What skills and experience we're looking for

Sikh Academies Trust has an exciting opportunity for a multiskilled, proactive and efficient Site Maintenance Officer to join our Facilities Team in either of our two school’s buildings and modern purpose-built facilities.

You will provide an efficient and effective site and facilities service for a wide range of school facilities, ensuring a safe, pleasant teaching and learning environment for staff, students and visitors.

You will be based at one of our 2 schools within the trust with the ability to travel to our other schools (all within a 5 mile radius) to support the other site teams in the event of illness/holidays/projects and events cover.

Applicants will need to have proactive and positive abilities such as; good communication, working well within a team, organisational skills, has the initiative to instigate outstanding tasks and site improvement whilst also being responsive to staff and student requests for assistance.

This is a ‘hands-on role’ role that will cover many aspects such as opening/locking of premises, compliance based tasks, premises maintenance and improvement, operation of plant and equipment and setting up for school events

What the school offers its staff

This is an exciting time to become part of a Trust launched under new leadership and governance and planning for a dynamic successful future. We are now seeking to appoint an individual who shares our passion for learning and our determination to change lives through the education we provide.

We place great passion on staff well-being and development, at all levels with an extensive programme of professional development, offering a whole range of opportunities for colleagues to develop their potential within Sikh Academies Trust.

Our aim is to provide a knowledge rich education underpinned by our core values whilst preparing the next generation for an evolving digital world. If you are a driven and dedicated practitioner who is eager to grow and learn, by building effective relationships, then we want to hear from you.

Commitment to safeguarding

Pioneer Secondary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS record check.

Job Advertisement: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineers - Multiple Positions
Location: Milton Keynes (MK10)
Salary: Circa £48 - £52k (DOE) Per Annum + Benefits, Regular Salary Reviews, and Continuous Development Support
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off - Days & Nights
Company: The Recruitment Co. on behalf of a leading manufacturing business
Overview: We are looking to enhance the engineering function at our client's Milton Keynes plant with the addition of skilled Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineers. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where your expertise will be pivotal in minimising downtime and maximising efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure continuous production by maintaining the efficient operation of all equipment, machinery, and peripherals.
• Perform repairs as part of both breakdown and preventative maintenance activities.
• Accurately complete all relevant paperwork and maintenance logs according to company procedures.
• Adhere to quality, hygiene, and food safety policies in all maintenance duties.
• Execute any additional duties related to the job as required, in line with the mission of maintaining high performance and safety standards.

Skills & Experience:

• Time-served apprenticeship in an electrical-biased environment is highly advantageous.
• Proficient in reading and understanding hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, with a strong knowledge of safe working practices in these areas.
• Holding 17th or 18th edition electrical regulations with a comprehensive understanding of energy isolation, safe working practices, and L.O.T.O.
• Demonstrable electrical fault-finding skills and a solid understanding of control systems.
• At least 5 years of experience in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment, with cross-functional mechanical and electrical skills.
• Strong work ethic with a "clean as you go" mentality and a good grasp of 5S workplace organization principles.

Candidate Profile:

• Reliable, self-motivated, and resourceful with a proactive approach to work.
• Proven experience in reactive and preventative maintenance techniques.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

What You Can Expect:

• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Support for continuous development and career progression.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a team dedicated to maintaining high standards of performance and safety at our client's Milton Keynes plant. Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career with a company that values your skills and development.
Apply Now: To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. For more information, contact The Recruitment Co.

Cpprofesional

The Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and we're committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

This role is posted on behalf of The Recruitment Co., a sister company of Blue Arrow.

Grounds / Garden Maintenance Operatives- Hyde Heath- HP6 Area- X3 Jobs Available

Grounds and Garden Maintenance workers required by one of the UK's leading Horticulture and Grounds maintenance specialists

Your duties will include: Grass / Lawn cutting, edging, strimming, hedge cutting and pruning, litter picking and weed control, using mowers and powered tools.

These are permanent roles available after a successful probation period of 13 to 15 weeks

The hours are 7.30am to 4.30pm - Monday to Friday

You will be reporting to the depo in the HP6 area

A drivers license is essential

£12.88 per hour

Send a CV ASAP to mark@ppmrecruit.com or call Mark Evans on 01214508950

Grounds / Garden Maintenance Operatives- Hyde Heath- HP6 Area- X3 Jobs Available

Grounds and Garden Maintenance workers required by one of the UK's leading Horticulture and Grounds maintenance specialists

Your duties will include: Grass / Lawn cutting, edging, strimming, hedge cutting and pruning, litter picking and weed control, using mowers and powered tools.

These are permanent roles available after a successful probation period of 13 to 15 weeks

The hours are 7.30am to 4.30pm - Monday to Friday

You will be reporting to the depo in the HP6 area

A drivers license is essential

£12.88 per hour

Send a CV ASAP to mark@ppmrecruit.com or call Mark Evans on 01214508950

Grounds / Garden Maintenance Operatives- Hyde Heath- HP6 Area- X3 Jobs Available

Grounds and Garden Maintenance workers required by one of the UK's leading Horticulture and Grounds maintenance specialists

Your duties will include: Grass / Lawn cutting, edging, strimming, hedge cutting and pruning, litter picking and weed control, using mowers and powered tools.

These are permanent roles available after a successful probation period of 13 to 15 weeks

The hours are 7.30am to 4.30pm - Monday to Friday

You will be reporting to the depo in the HP6 area

A drivers license is essential

£12.88 per hour

Send a CV ASAP to mark@ppmrecruit.com or call Mark Evans on 01214508950

Title: Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Location: Milton Keynes

Hours: Friday - Sunday, 17.30 - 05.30 (ONLY 3 days per week)

Salary: Circa £59,000 (depending on experience) + Overtime + Extensive benefits please see below.

The Company:

We have recently completed a £12 million extension to our factory, enabling us to increase our production capacity. Additionally, we invested £4 million in high-risk automation and cutting-edge technology last year to stay ahead of the curve. We are currently underway with phase one of a four-phase amenity refurbishment project, with an initial investment of £1 million. Due to expansion we need talented automation / manufacturing / production engineers to join the team.

The site itself is a fast-paced manufacturing site with high technology products and highly regulated processes. Within the small maintenance team you will be responsible for all planned and reactive maintenance as well continuous improvement and various projects over the next 5 years. This will include working with both electrical and mechanical equipment such as three phase motors, hydraulics, plc systems, conveyors, ovens / cookers, grinder, choppers, vacuum fillers, packaging equipment and more.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a FMCG or Food manufacturing environment as a multiskilled maintenance engineer.
• Manage a range of maintenance tasks, including both proactive and reactive work, as well as contribute to Continuous Improvement (CI) projects, with a focus on taking personal ownership of one's workload and responsibilities.
• You must possess a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in either Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, such as an NVQ, ONC, HNC, or HND.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and skilled in performing maintenance and repair tasks on electrical and mechanical equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability.

Benefits:

• Overtime available - paid at £35 per hour
• Company Pension 10% Matched
• Health Care - Single BUPA annual cover
• EV car scheme
• Sharesave scheme
• Hapi App employee benefits
• Discounts / vouchers on shopping / travel

Job Titles: Electrical Engineer, Electrical Technician, FMCG Food Manufacturing / Production Technician, Senior Maintenance Engineer, Maintenance Team Leader, Continuous Improvement, EC&I Engineer, Shift Technician.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Elec-bias Maintenance Engineer

Milton Keynes

Commutable from Northampton, Bedford, Brackley, Luton, Aylesbury, Letchworth Garden City
£40,000-£45,000 + overtime

Double days Mon-fri

Benefits:-

• 25 days holiday
• Bank holidays off
• Overtime
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Medicash
• Training and progression

Our client is a leading manufacturer, that values hard work, teamwork and developing people. Due to continued growth, they are looking to expand and invest in their engineering team. They now require an Electrically biased Maintenance Engineer.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for reactive & planned maintenance to large machinery including presses, ovens, and boilers
• Involved with site project work - installations & upgrades to machinery
• Electrical fault finding & repairs- PLC Allen Bradley and Siemens
• Some mechanical work
• Working on low volatge, ultra low voltage and 3 ohase equipment

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Have completed a recognised engineering qualification
• Be a multi-skilled engineer - with an elec bias (ideally 90/10 or 80/20)
• Must have worked in a manufacturing environment
• Welding and machining experience would be advantageous
• Familiarity with motor testing is advantageous

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Job Advertisement: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineers - Multiple Positions
Location: Milton Keynes (MK10)
Salary: Circa £48 - £52k (DOE) Per Annum + Benefits, Regular Salary Reviews, and Continuous Development Support
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off - Days & Nights
Company: The Recruitment Co. on behalf of a leading manufacturing business
Overview: We are looking to enhance the engineering function at our client's Milton Keynes plant with the addition of skilled Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineers. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where your expertise will be pivotal in minimising downtime and maximising efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure continuous production by maintaining the efficient operation of all equipment, machinery, and peripherals.
• Perform repairs as part of both breakdown and preventative maintenance activities.
• Accurately complete all relevant paperwork and maintenance logs according to company procedures.
• Adhere to quality, hygiene, and food safety policies in all maintenance duties.
• Execute any additional duties related to the job as required, in line with the mission of maintaining high performance and safety standards.

Skills & Experience:

• Time-served apprenticeship in an electrical-biased environment is highly advantageous.
• Proficient in reading and understanding hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, with a strong knowledge of safe working practices in these areas.
• Holding 17th or 18th edition electrical regulations with a comprehensive understanding of energy isolation, safe working practices, and L.O.T.O.
• Demonstrable electrical fault-finding skills and a solid understanding of control systems.
• At least 5 years of experience in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment, with cross-functional mechanical and electrical skills.
• Strong work ethic with a "clean as you go" mentality and a good grasp of 5S workplace organization principles.

Candidate Profile:

• Reliable, self-motivated, and resourceful with a proactive approach to work.
• Proven experience in reactive and preventative maintenance techniques.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

What You Can Expect:

• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Support for continuous development and career progression.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a team dedicated to maintaining high standards of performance and safety at our client's Milton Keynes plant. Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career with a company that values your skills and development.
Apply Now: To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. For more information, contact The Recruitment Co.

Cpprofesional

The Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and we're committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

This role is posted on behalf of The Recruitment Co., a sister company of Blue Arrow.

Grounds / Garden Maintenance Operatives- Hyde Heath- HP6 Area- X3 Jobs Available

Grounds and Garden Maintenance workers required by one of the UK's leading Horticulture and Grounds maintenance specialists

Your duties will include: Grass / Lawn cutting, edging, strimming, hedge cutting and pruning, litter picking and weed control, using mowers and powered tools.

These are permanent roles available after a successful probation period of 13 to 15 weeks

The hours are 7.30am to 4.30pm - Monday to Friday

You will be reporting to the depo in the HP6 area

A drivers license is essential

£12.88 per hour

Send a CV ASAP to mark@ppmrecruit.com or call Mark Evans on 01214508950

Maintenance Controller

Full Time Fixed Term Contract until June 2025

Salary from £26,447 - £28,000 company car scheme, 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and so much more

Closing Date: 11th July 2024

About the role

This role reports to the Maintenance Services Team Manager and forms part of the Maintenance department within Fleet. The Maintenance Services Controllers primary purpose is to support the team in effectively managing our fleet of passenger and light commercial vehicles throughout their life by providing cost effective solutions to repairs whilst maintaining exceptional levels of customer service.

Responsibilities

• To authorise mechanical repairs and routine maintenance to private use and fleet vehicles, in accordance with the manufacturer's service requirements and VWFS budgetary controls.
• Make sound technical decisions by analysing the causes of mechanical failures, evaluating solutions and ensuring that sound financial decisions are negotiated and implemented on a day to day basis using agreed authority levels.
• Have the ability to diagnose technical reports and translate the findings to an end user with a clear non-technical approach.
• Acting as a key point of contact for colleagues across Fleet to ensure that customer queries are dealt with in an efficient, timely and professional manner creating win-win situations in all instances.
• The ability to communicate in all mediums effectively to maximise customer satisfaction levels, reduce vehicle downtime incidents, and identifying common themes to control expenditure.
• To ensure that department KPI's in the area of cost control, 1 Link, telephone response times and budgetary requirements are adhered to at all times.
• Actively participate in a culture that adheres to TCF outcomes as defined by the FCA.
• Contribute to ensuring that Fleet directorate is able to demonstrate compliance to all regulatory requirements and to highlight deviation from this at the first opportunity in accordance with FCA regulations.
• Carry out a root cause analysis of vehicle component failures and required repairs.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience utilising the 1 Link platform
• Proven mechanical skills and experience (City and Guilds Motor Vehicle Technical apprenticeship up to level 3 or equivalent.
• Previous Maintenance Control experience or Volkswagen Group Retailer Service Reception or Workshop Control.
• A confident and articulate, customer focused telephone and ecommerce manner.
• Excellent PC skills
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate technical information clearly too all stakeholders with a methodical and disciplined approach to working.

What's in it for you?

An excellent remuneration, Company Car, discretionary bonus and 27 days holiday in addition to statutory bank holidays plus much more!

We are passionate about employee development and offer ongoing support and training to help people achieve their career aspirations. Whether that is to become the next leader within our business or to develop your current tool kit of skills, we support many cross-functional opportunities. We want you to achieve at your best and enjoy a successful career with us!

About Volkswagen Financial Services

Our mission is straight forward, we want to be 'The Key to Mobility'. What does that mean? To make getting from A-to-B as easy and simple for as many people as possible. To truly meet the mobility needs of people in a changing world, our offering goes beyond traditional vehicle financing. We do this by providing a range of finance and aftersales products on Volkswagen Group vehicles, as well as developing innovative mobility products designed to solve real problems and support our customers.

Volkswagen Financial Services is committed to being an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from everyone. Diversity and Inclusion is not just a statement for us and we are nurturing an environment where everyone can be their 100% self. If there is anything we can do to support you being your 100% self during our recruitment process, please let us know and we will support you as best we can

As part of our hybrid working arrangements we are giving our colleagues the opportunity to work a minimum of one day in the Milton Keynes office however flexibility is expected and you can work in the office more if you'd prefer.

Job Role: Mechanical Engineer
Location: HMP Grendon (HP18)
Salary: £36,595.10
Contract: Full Time - Perm


We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to join our team at a HMP Grendon, a category D male prison.


Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues - we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment.


HMP Grendon runs like a self-contained city, it takes hundreds of people to keep it functioning, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed and driving the smooth and safe operation, like a heart that pumps blood through the body, everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider to the families and community.


As a Mechanical Engineer you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference, providing a safe and secure environment for all.


If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this compelling opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.


We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Mechanical Engineer with any combination of:
- Two years' experience working in a role as a plumber or equivalent
- Be familiar with and able to work to Water Supply Regulation and Control of Legionella L8 requirements
- Experience working on commercial or industrial heating and water systems
- Good working knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements
- Plumber qualified to C&G 6035 (Plumbing), C&G 6189 (Plumbing and heating) and NVQ level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent
- Good Health & Safety knowledge.
- Excellent organisational, time management and people skills.

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you!


Explore a varied and rewarding career at GFSL.
Welcome to careers at Gov Facilities Services Limited (GFSL). Joining us is your chance to help ensure prisons are secure and safe for prisoners and prison staff alike, and to play your part in helping prisoners reintegrate into society.


Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These range from Death in Service at 4x salary, to access to private GP consultations and an Employee Assistance Programme that offers counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts.


You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress.
Explore facilities careers where you can make difference.


Pride In People.
We're passionate about promoting greater diversity and creating a workplace and culture where all of our employees have a voice that is heard, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to be their true selves.
We recognise the value that every single employee brings to the organisation. Everyone's needs at work are different and we are committed to doing our best to satisfy these differences whilst ensuring consistency and fairness for all. We promise to champion diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning and training, as well as career progression opportunities for everyone.


GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that the provision of FM services will in future be delivered by the private sector. This means that following a successful procurement process, GFSL's services will transfer to a private sector provider/providers in Spring 2026. As the programme unfolds, we will learn more.


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