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Facilities and Maintenace Supervisor
Full Time - 36 hours per week - 9am to 5pm - Monday to Friday
6 Month Contract
£19.07 per hour - PAYE
Based On site in Reading
Job Overview
Contechs are seeking a skilled Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both mechanical and electrical systems, with experience in maintenance and supervision. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively. The Facilities and Maintenance will be responsible for ensuring that all facilities operate efficiently and safely.
Responsibilities
- The engineer will help us manage and maintain the services and plant, handling breakdowns and manage contractors. We also get involved in fit outs and renovating and repurposing space.
- As we grow as a business, we are particularly keen to add someone adding skills that supplements our existing team. This might include expertise in one of the following areas:
- Carpentry and joinery skills
- Plumbing skills / HVAC
- Knowledge or experience of Building Management Systems (BMS) maybe with knowledge of Trend systems.
- You will need a driving license and some IT skills including Excel and Word.
Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities:
- Able to perform handyman duties such as basic plumbing, erecting shelving and furniture assembly and decorating.
- To offer front line support to the business, helping with breakdowns andemergency situations. Capable of remedial actions to ensure labs work effectively and safely.
- Drive the Company Van when required for deliveries of goods or samples to and from RSSL sites. Collection of supplies from cash and carry and builder’s merchants.
- To assist the FM in planning and carrying out modificationsto labs, refurbishments and upgrades and enhancements.
- Knowledge of operate a Trend Building Management System (BMS) would be advantageous. Ability to troubleshoot or diagnose faults would be useful.
- Knowledge of Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) diagnostics and repair would be an advantage.
- Taking prompt action in emergency situations and arranging for contractors to assist and ensure issues are dealt with promptly. Be available for out of standard hours working for pre-planned maintenance and emergency situations
- To seek quotes from approved suppliers and ensure value for money and any new equipment will work efficient and effectively.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements :
- Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance
- Educated to GCSE standard, including English and Maths
- Full clean driving License
- Computer literate to intermediate level (MS Office, Word, Excel etc.)
- Excellent organizational skills, including time management and priority setting
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Strong communication skills; high standard of written and spoken presentation.
- Experience in a similar facilities or hands-on role
- A proactive approach to problem-solving with attention to detail.
If you are passionate about facilities management and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
