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Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical)

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

Undertake maintenance and reactive activity to a wide range of Mechanical Building Services equipment including but not limited to, plumbing, water management, motors, fans, supply and extract systems, and other equipment found in modern commercial/industrial premises.

The post holder must have a multi skilled approach to a wide range of work of other trades ouside their core tade skills, and be able to undertake work in a safe and effective manor, comply with relevant saferty legislation and procedures and comply with Sodexo’s Helath and safety procedures on all works undertaken.

The multi skilled approach will require crossover beyond that of Electrical/Mechanicial into areas of general building fabric / reapirs.

Be an essential part of the local team who will ensure the safe operation and repair of all M&E building services and fabric equipment on the site.

Take part in a rota to provide a reactive maintenance service outside operating hours of the site.

To work with other engineers to provide a core presence at client sites within an extended weekday period.

To undertake weekend/out of hours working to complete intrusive maintenance activites that cannot be undertaken in client operating hours.

Working in line with the Permit to Work System.

To implement systems that will ensure plant is maintained and operated to its optimum efficiency.

Participate in departmental energy saving schemes and promote the understanding and importance of the economic use of energy.

Take part in Appraisals/Performance Reviews including the recognition of training and development needs.

Monitor site performance of sub-contractors and report poor performance.

Use of IT systems (Handheld device) as part of the CAFM system.

Work in line with issued Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work.

Carry out tasks as directed by your direct line manager and/or Account Manager

Role Responsibility

  • Undertake all allocated tasks and perform them in a timely and professional manner.
  • Undertake training and appointment as an AP/CP in appropriate disciplines.
  • Be proactive to identify and report faults with building services equipment and take steps to resolve.
  • Be proactive to ensure all H&S issues are reported/escalated as required.
  • Maintain informal communications with Client staff members related to service levels and issues.
  • Report service affecting issued to the site management team for formal communication with the client
  • Remain flexible with regards to site attendance and tasks undertaken within personal competency.
  • Be fully aware of relevant Health and Safety and general legislative matters.
  • Assume responsibility for ensuring compliance with all relevant Health and Safety legislation and site-specific health, safety, and welfare policies.
  • You must ensure that you do not act in any way that endangers your health and safety or that of others. Failure to comply with the requirements of this clause may result in disciplinary action being taken against you, which may include your dismissal or notice.
  • All accidents and unsafe situations must be reported immediately, and accidents recorded in the Accident Book.
  • If we give you safety equipment, protective clothing or footwear you must use it. Clothing and overalls must be kept clean.
  • You must attend health and safety training as instructed by your manager to ensure that risks in the workplace are reduced.
  • Provide cover to other operational sites within the contract as and when required.
  • Maintain and manage critical spares on site.
  • The delivery of mechanical installation small works projects as instructed by the Supervisor or Manager(s) in accordance with Legislation
  • To diagnose faults on equipment and repair as necessary using manufacturers manuals and drawings as required.
  • To provide the necessary support to enable apprentices to be instructed in all aspects of engineering and building services.
  • To pass on skills and knowledge to new engineering employees
  • To interpret technical schematics and drawings and utilise this information to perform planned preventative maintenance, rectification of faults and installation of new equipment.
  • To clearly identify and record concise details of test results and actions taken when rectifying breakdowns/remedial works and further actions to eliminate or minimise future problems. Ensuring that these records are always kept accurate and up to date
  • Undertake surveys of engineering plant and building fabric as directed.
  • Involvement with life cycle replacement of engineering and building fabric replacement.

 

  • Planned and Reactive maintenance activities under your control are completed within contract timescales.
  • All H&S requirements are undertaken.
  • Reports completed and handheld device updates are to a high standard and contain all required information.
  • Positive feedback from the management team and other key stakeholders.
  • Accomplishes set goals - Demonstrates a constructive approach when faced with obstacles.  Committed to delivering the tasks required.  Resourceful and self-driven
  • Analysis and Decision Making – Makes appropriate decisions.  Speaks confidently and coherently.  Is able to analyse problems and propose suitable solutions.
  • Leadership – Takes responsibility when needed.  Acts with initiative.  Demonstrates energy and enthusiasm.  Seeks opportunities to develop self.
  • Working with others – Works effectively as part of a team.  Shares ideas and information with the team.  Responds helpfully and courteously to requests for information or help in a timely manner. Communicates effectively and is a good listener.  Keeps an open mind when listening to the views or ideas of others.  Makes a confident contribution in all situations.

The Ideal Candidate

  • 5 years experience relevant experience as a Mechanical technician
  • Completed a recognised apprenticeship/training
  • Minimunm C&G / NVQ qualification in relevant discipline
  • Experience/knowledge of working with electrical services.
  • IOSH passport and CSCS card
  • ONC or equivalent in a relevant subject
  • Previous appointment as AP/CP for one or more of the following disciplines, LV, Confined Spaces, Working at Heights (preferred)
  • Experience of Construction Design Management Regulations (CDM). (Preferred)
  • Experience of working with HVAC Systems (preferred)
  • Legionella awareness (preferred)
  • Excellent communications both written and verbal.
  • Numerate and computer literate.
  • Strong sense of client focus
  • Working knowledge of H & S. Working knowledge of relevant current legislation and guidance
  • Personal presentation must be of a high professional standard
  • Prioritizing own workload and working under own initiative with minimal supervision.
  • Good organisational skills with the ability to organise others.
  • The ability to listen to others understand and interpret their views
  • Supervising/monitoring/escorting of subcontractors
  • Must hold UK driving licence
  • Proof of eligibility to work in UK

 

  • To attend training courses as required to undertake certain aspects of the role
  • Flexibility will be required to support other buildings and changes within the contracted adidas estate
  • Travel will be required to attend other sites; the pool van can be used between the team of engineers to transport equipment/tools between adidas locations.
  • Any other duties, which may be requested by the Hard Sevcies Manager/Account Managers, to facilitate the smooth running of the department.
  • This job description is not exhaustive and can be altered as the post develops, or with changes in service requirements. Such changes will take place in consultation between the post holder and the Management

Package Description

As part of our commitment to improving the quality of life and health and wellbeing for our employees we provide discounts and benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs and help you take advantage of being part of Sodexo. The Employee Benefit booklet provides you with information on how to access all the discounts and benefits that are available to you on the Reward Hub including Sodexo Discounts, Recognising You, employee lottery, cycle to work, Spree card and much more. Aside from what is available on the Reward Hub this book highlights all the other benefits that are available to you as a Sodexo employee.

 

Free onsite parking

Inhouse restaurant

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs around 30,000 people, and partners with clients in many sectors across business and industry; schools and universities; sports and leisure; energy and resources; government and agencies; healthcare; justice and defence.

Sodexo’s connected; people-centric approach brings together a diverse range of expertise. The breadth of services it offers ranges from food and hospitality; cleaning; reception; concierge (Circles); security; property management and technical services through to data driven workplace strategy and design (Wx); employee engagement and recognition services (Sodexo Engage) and personal home services through Prestige Nursing + Care and the Good Care Group.

Vital Spaces is Sodexo’s value proposition that puts people at the heart of everything we do, bringing together services and solutions and focusing on the productivity and wellbeing of people wherever they are.

Sodexo is committed to being an inclusive employer; we welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities.

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

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