Engineering Aide

Job Title: Engineering Aide
Location: Reading
Remuneration: 12.21 - 13 per hour
Contract Details: Temporary, Full Time (40 hours/week, 08:00 - 16:30, with on-call rota of 1 in 4)
Start Date:17/02/2025
End Date: 02/05/2025

Responsibilities:

• Operate all building systems competently and efficiently.
• Issue site Permits as part of the Safe System of Work.
• Complete Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Tasks, updating the electronic workflow system for compliance.
• Conduct daily checks, reporting and repairing defects via the FM helpdesk.
• Identify and order necessary materials in a timely manner.
• Comply with statutory and company health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Review Specialist Service Provider worksheets, inspecting work quality and escalating issues to the Supervisor.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in plant areas, workshops, and rest areas.

Troubleshoot and work on building systems, including:
- Decorating and general fabric repairs
- Small plumbing repairs
- Building Management Systems (training provided)
- HVAC Systems, including humidifiers (training provided)
- Air Handling, Air Conditioning & Chillers (training provided)
- Domestic Water Services & Plumbing
- Pumps, Motors & Variable Speed Drives (training provided)
- Hot Water Calorifiers (training provided)
- Fire Systems (training provided)

Skills:

• Experience in Building Fabric Services.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with staff and customers at all levels.
• Familiarity with Building Management Systems (Trend), with training available.
• Intermediate computer literacy, including Windows Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and PDA/Tablet use.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a team.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills with report writing experience.
• Ability to adapt and contribute outside of primary trade while remaining within capabilities.

Qualifications:

• City & Guilds or equivalent experience in Fabric Engineering preferred.
• Legionella Legionary Awareness (L8 ACOP) is an advantage.
• Knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation relevant to safe working practises.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with sound computer proficiency.

Personal Attributes:

• Reliable and conscientious.
• Proactive in maintaining high operational standards, enthusiastic about client service.
• Supportive team player, with a well-presented and approachable demeanour.
• Committed to providing a high-quality, professional service.
• Ability to understand customer business requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective prioritisation of work tasks.
• Adaptable and flexible approach to work.
• Strong problem-solving skills, calm under pressure.
• Detail-oriented and reliable.

Join our client in delivering engineering excellence at their R&D facilities in Reading. If you're ready to take on a vital role and contribute to a dynamic team, apply now!

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