Multi skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1215451/153528
  • Location: Watford
  • Job type: Full Time - 40 Hours per week
  • Salary: £55000 per annum plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 17 February 2026
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About the role

  • Full time
  • Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • £55000 per annum plus our Sodexo employee benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development

Multi skilled Engineer(Electrical Bias)

Multi-site 4 days in Watford, WD18 8YE and 1 day in Huntingdon, PE29 2SE - please note a van will be provided for travel between the two sites

Engineer a brighter future.

You'll keep things running, we’ll fast-track your career as a Multi skilled Engineer(Electrical Bias) with Sodexo, we believe operational excellence starts with you, as your versatile skills contribute to the maintenance and continuous development of our prestigious client sites across Watford and Huntingdon.

Join our team and play a key role in delivering excellence and innovation in Hard FM and Technical Facilities Services.

As a Multi skilled Engineer(Electrical Bias)

you'll:

  • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on building services assets with an electrical bias

  • Diagnose faults and repair systems within technical competence

  • Undertake routine inspections and maintenance in accordance with statutory requirements and best practice

  • Complete like-for-like asset replacement and minor new works as directed

  • Respond to emergency call-outs and provide engineering support out of hours when required

  • Complete risk assessments and work safely at all times

  • Supervise specialist subcontractors where required

  • Maintain accurate records of work completed, time spent, and materials used

  • Build effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, and contractors

  • Support and mentor apprentices and junior staff

  • Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental, and industry regulations

  • Maintain tools, equipment, and PPE in good working condition

  • Follow safe systems of work and permit-to-work procedures

  • Keep up to date with relevant legislation, standards, and best practice

What we're looking for

  • NVQ Level 5 in Building Services Engineering or equivalent
  • Electrical bias with strong building services maintenance experience
  • Minimum of approximately 7 years’ experience in a technical maintenance role
  • Capable of fulfilling an Authorised Person / Responsible Person role

  • Strong practical engineering skills and fault-finding ability

  • Experience working independently in a building services or facilities environment

  • Good knowledge of health and safety standards and compliance requirements

  • IT literate with experience of Microsoft Office and CMMS systems

  • Ability to plan and manage own workload to meet deadlines

  • Clear communication skills with customers and team members

Why Sodexo?:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong

in a company and team that values you for you.

Act

with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive

in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
  • An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
  • Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
  • Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family)
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
  • Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
  • Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

A little more about Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.

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 run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • Virtual GP

    24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Social Impact

Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.

We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.

Learn more

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Career Stories

  • "When I started, I'd barely held a screwdriver. Now, just three months in, I've done everything from angle grinding and SDS drilling to installing cable trays and replacing light fittings. I've even got my MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platform) course next week!"

    Alice, Sodexo Apprentice – Facilities Management

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