Mechanical Technician – Building Services

Cpl Hertfordshire, England Posted Apr 8, 2026

Full Time
Hybrid

Job description

Our client is looking for a Mechanically biased Building Services Technician with some Electrical experience who will report to our Estates Engineering Manager. This role has responsibility for the reliable and compliant operation of the estate wide services and equipment serving all business functions across the European Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility at Hatfield.

The main purpose is to deliver a high standard of mechanical and electrical services throughout the EKC business, within the estates engineering team. To plan and undertake routine scheduled maintenance of plant and/or equipment with stakeholders, causing minimal disruption. 

Working hours - 07:00-16:00 or 09:30-18:00 (Shift allowance)

Mon-Sat x1.5 basic hourly rate

Sun & BH x2 basic hourly rate (plus TOIL if working a BH)

What are we looking for?

  • Qualification in either: Electrical engineering, equivalent (BS & C&G )-EssentialMechanical engineering (full-term apprenticeship)-Essential
  • Good verbal and written English skills-Essential
  • Educated to ONC/HNC-Desirable
  • Use of computer (Windows operating system)- Essential
  • Good awareness of Health and Safety- Essential
  • Multi-Skilled in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering- Essential
  • Experience in domestic and low temperature hot water systems (LTHW)-Essential
  • Motor controls and relay logic- Essential
  • AHU’s, FCU’s and chilled water systems- Essential
  • Working knowledge of “Safe systems of work”. - Essential
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and equipment manuals. - Essential
  • To be flexible, as occasionally the need will arise to work outside standard office hours. - Essential
  • Experience of CMMS and BMS systems. - Essential
  • Experience working in controlled environments. - Desirable
  • Water systems and water treatment- Desirable
  • What we offer in return

  • Our client offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes,
  • Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
  • Discretionary Bonus
  • Free onsite parking
  • Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Retail discounts
  • Well-being & mental health awareness programmes 
  • Multi-faith prayer room
  • You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
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