Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer

Reference no. 2183

Location

Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

Salary

£40k - 50k per year + Car allowance

Type

Permanent

Job Posted

13, Apr 2026

About the Role

This is a hands-on engineering role focused on maintaining mechanical, electrical, and building systems across laboratory and office environments.

Our client is a fast-growing, ambitious science and technology organisation, developing a world-class campus in Oxford to support breakthrough research and innovation. They're investing heavily into their ever-expanding research centre and are seeking a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to support the day-to-day operation of this complex research estate.

Key Responsibilities

You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of a complex research site, carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance while supporting wider facilities and engineering teams.

  • Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and building systems
  • Diagnose faults and deliver repairs to plant, equipment, and infrastructure
  • Ensure all works are carried out in line with health, safety, and compliance standards
  • Monitor system performance and proactively identify potential issues
  • Support installation, commissioning, and upgrades of systems and equipment
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors, including out-of-hours support via an on-call rota

Essential Requirements

  • Relevant qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Facilities Engineering (e.g. City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)
  • Strong working knowledge of both mechanical and electrical systems
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
  • Highly organised, independent, and able to prioritise workload effectively in a fast-paced environment

What's On Offer

This is a unique opportunity to work within a collaborative, technically advanced research environment where engineering plays a critial role in supporting scientific discovery and innovation.

  • Travel allowance + bonus scheme
  • Private Healthcare
  • Life Assurance
  • Enhanced holiday pay
  • Electric Car Scheme

Apply Now

If you're ready to take the next step in as a maintenance engineer, apply now or contact Hugo Oliver on 07947 648308 or email holiver@carriera.co.uk

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