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Job Specification: Mobile Mechanical/Plumbing Engineer

Job Title: Mobile Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical/Plumbing)

Contract Type: Temporary – ASAP start for 2 months

Coverage Area: 90 fire stations across Farnborough, Poole, Havant and Waterlooville

Ideal Base Location: Eastleigh or Southampton (to allow efficient travel across the patch)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mobile Mechanical/Plumbing Engineer to support a reactive maintenance contract across 90 fire stations. The role covers circa 200 reactive jobs across the region and requires a multi-skilled engineer capable of diagnosing and completing a variety of mechanical and plumbing repairs to a high standard.

A Wates van may potentially be provided for the duration of the contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend reactive maintenance calls across the designated fire station portfolio
• Diagnose faults and carry out first-time fixes where possible
• Complete mechanical and plumbing repairs including but not limited to leaks, blockages, pumps, valves and associated fittings
• Manage own workload and travel schedule efficiently across a wide geographic area
• Accurately complete job sheets, reports and compliance documentation
• Work safely and in line with site‑specific health and safety requirements
• Liaise professionally with site staff and the wider maintenance team

Essential Requirements

• NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 in a relevant trade (Mechanical/Plumbing)
• Valid DBS check
• Asbestos Awareness certification (UKATA or IATP)
• Full UK driving licence
• Multi-skilled with proven mechanical and plumbing experience
• Ability to work independently and manage a mobile reactive workload
• Own tools appropriate to trade

Desirable

• Previous experience working within public sector or fire service environments

Additional Information

• Immediate start available
• Duration: 2 months (with possibility of extension)
• Van
• Ideal candidates will be based in or near Eastleigh or Southampton