Multi Skilled Technician

Job Introduction

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an established Multi Skilled Technician to join our team.

In this role you will be Supporting the Technical Services Manager to ensure a seamless delivery of all contracted Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services. Participate in an on-call rota to provide out of normal working hours support, as required. While delivering services in line with the business ethos and innovative solutions above the client’s expectations.

Role Responsibility

• Carry out assigned Planned Maintenance (within skillset) in accordance with lead references, legislation and contract compliance.
• Electrical repairs such as changing of lamps (includes emergency lights and battery replacement), safety inspections to emergency lighting systems
• Basic plumbing repairs such as changing and repairing of taps. Replacement and repair to sinks, toilets and showers. 
• Basic building fabric repairs such as minor concrete/brick/plaster repairs, door replacement and repairs, lock replacements, painting/decorating and glazing replacement to an acceptable standard as required.
• Support grounds maintenance activities (as/when required).
• Have a general aptitude for repairing and fixing, pride in the presentation of the site combined with a drive to ensure value for money.
• To work closely with and to support/assist the maintenance team as required. Support the Sodexo Management team by ensuring that the service provides a high level of stakeholder satisfaction.
• Contribute to the development of a collaborative and inclusive culture, by sharing information and best practice within Sodexo.
• To assist with all aspects of Health and Safety compliance, assist as required, the preparation of Risk Assessments, Method Statements, COSHH Assessments and Safe Systems of Work
• To always comply with the Company's Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Procedures and to ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with industry best practice.
• Maintenance of records in line with company procedures.
• To ensure that all areas in which work is undertaken are kept in a clean and tidy condition, to ensure minimum disruption to the building occupants, and a safe working environment.
• To attend courses and toolbox talks where required.
• To liaise and co-operate with the visits of specialist sub-contractors and other visiting disciplines to ensure the continuing efficient operation of the plant without disruption to the occupants and to ensure sufficient adherence of health and safety.
• This list is not exhaustive, and the post holder will be expected to carry out other reasonable duties from time to time as requested by management

The Ideal Candidate

Essential:

• Recognised electrical qualification in relevant discipline  with a commitment to undergo continuing professional development and further training as required.
• Completion of a relevant apprenticeship and training
• Skilled in ‘hands on’ maintenance and knowledge of a wide range of plant, equipment and services
• Ability to work quickly and calmly, especially under pressure and in emergency situations.
• Be a team worker with a flexible approach, to include the ability to request and offer support from other team members as required, including liaison with line manager
• Possess good communication skills, both verbal and written, including accurate spelling and grammar and the ability to give explanations clearly.
• Experience of using computer-based applications.
• IOSH Working Safely or equivalent, (or a willingness to undertake and complete successfully within 3 months from commencement of employment).
• Ability to work effectively without close supervision and possess good organisational skills to prioritise workload to meet the required targets.
• A good knowledge of Health & Safety Legislation
• Knowledge of PPM maintenance systems
• Experienced in the safe use of hand tools, power tools and test equipment.
• Flexible and willing to undertake a range of tasks and duties vital for the effective and successful running of the contract.

Desirable Experience/Accreditation

• BAFE - Fire Extinguisher Maintenance
• L8 Awareness
• Portable Appliance Testing
• Fire Door Inspection
• Water Regulations
• IPAF and PASMA
• MAXIMO / EASYMAX

Qualities and Attitude

• Confident, outgoing and presentable
• A Multi-Skilled person with a “can do” and “self-management” attitude.
• Enthusiastic and committed to Sodexo Objectives and Strategy.
• Personally, motivated with initiative, flexibility, and innovation to continually develop skills

Package Description

£38,000 - £42,000 Depending on Experience 

We also offer Sodexo Discounts site promoting discounted mobile phone tariffs, savings across restaurant chains and days out, where you and your family can save money on everything from your weekly food shop to the latest cinema blockbuster and much more

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 36,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the energy, corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

At Sodexo we are committed to a leading role in promoting equality opportunities and valuing diversity and inclusion. We seek to create a work environment based on mutual respect for all individuals, building a culture that appreciates and values the experiences and skills brought by each person to benefit our organisation and work hard to ensure that all people, whatever their race, colour, sex, gender identity  disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age, social class, educational background, employment status, working pattern, are welcome to and included within our organisation. 

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

We are building on our support to the Armed Forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to  support ex-forces personnel and reservists, those applying for jobs with us who meet the ideal candidate criteria for the role advertised are guaranteed to progress to the selection process.