On-Site Building Engineer: Critical Facilities & Fire Safety

Care England; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management firm seeks a General Building Engineer for a permanent position at HMP Cardiff. This role involves ensuring planned and reactive maintenance is performed safely and compliantly. Responsibilities include maintenance of fire safety systems, conducting routine checks, and managing resources for maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience in building maintenance and be willing to undergo prison security clearance. Attractive benefits and opportunities for advancement are provided.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Training opportunities for personal growth

Qualifications

• Experience in general building maintenance with qualifications in fire, door, and extinguisher maintenance.
• Familiarity with emergency lighting and RCD testing.
• Basic health and safety knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and semi-skilled maintenance activities for security systems.
• Conduct monthly checks of fire safety equipment.
• Manage critical parts for statutory tasks in the CAFM system.

Skills

Fire; Door Maintenance, Extinguisher Maintenance and Alarm Core Points

Emergency Lighting

RCD

Water Temperature Testing

IT skills

Job description

A leading facilities management firm seeks a General Building Engineer for a permanent position at HMP Cardiff. This role involves ensuring planned and reactive maintenance is performed safely and compliantly. Responsibilities include maintenance of fire safety systems, conducting routine checks, and managing resources for maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience in building maintenance and be willing to undergo prison security clearance. Attractive benefits and opportunities for advancement are provided.