Facilities Engineer

Job Title: Facilities Engineer / Maintenance Technician

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Client: Greggs

Location: Derby, United Kingdom

Salary: £34,272 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week (Generally Monday to Friday, day shift)

About the Role

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is seeking a skilled Facilities Engineer to join the site maintenance team at Greggs' facility in Derby.

In this vital role, you will work as part of a site team to safely maintain and improve building facilities, equipment, and services through planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs. You will handle trade-specific electrical or plumbing work, site-wide building maintenance, and use Building Management Systems (BMS) to monitor plant operation and condition.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repairs: Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs across electrical, plumbing, and general building infrastructure.

• Plant Monitoring: Utilize BMS systems to monitor plant condition and operational performance.

• Contractor Management: Supervise and coordinate external contractors on site.

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all work adheres to Health & Safety, SHE (Safety, Health & Environment), Legionella management, fire alarm, and Food Safety Standards.

Working Hours & Schedule

• Contract Hours: 40 hours per week (Permanent)

• Schedule: Generally Monday to Friday on day shift.

• Flexibility: Candidates should be open to working shifts (including nights, weekends, or bank holidays) if operational needs require.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent minimum) in a relevant trade (e.g., Electrical Installation, Plumbing, or Building Services).

• Industry Experience: Previous facilities maintenance experience within food manufacturing or FMCG environments is highly desirable.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with BMS, CMMS (Agility experience is advantageous), SAP, Microsoft 365, ammonia refrigeration equipment, and Legionella/fire safety management.

• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills, confidence under pressure, external contractor management experience, and a commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive annual salary (£34,272) with paid breaks.

• 6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).

• Free hot drinks while on shift.

• Colleague discount offering up to 50% off Greggs products for you and a family member.

• 10% company profit-share scheme.

• Health & Wellbeing App featuring remote GP and physiotherapy services, plus a confidential Employee Assistance helpline.

• Pension scheme with matching employer contributions up to 7%.

• Growing holiday entitlement, share investment plans, long-service awards, and partner discounts.