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Rothamsted Research
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Our Estate Facilities and Scientific Services team are recruiting for a Building services Engineer with Mechanical/Electrical bias to join our site facilities team, on a full time basis, contributing to the delivery of world-leading scientific research.


The main duties will involve the planned preventive maintenance and repairs of a variety of systems. The candidate will also complete a wide variety of multi-skill building services tasks as required.


The ideal candidate will be qualified in Mechanical or Electrical engineering with NVQ or City and Guilds equivalent, and have good relevant experience in a post apprenticeship role. Basic BMS experience is also preferable, however, training can be provided to support developing of knowledge in these areas.


The successful applicant will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimum supervision and will have a broad range of mechanical or electrical knowledge and experience. Good communication skills and the ability to make sound judgement and approach tasks logically are essential.


This is a permanent full-time position of 37 hours per week and a basic salary of up to £26,573 per annum.


Rothamsted campus has a range of sports and social activities available, including low-cost gym onsite and Rothamsted Sports and Social club. Our benefits package includes minimum 30 days annual leave per year (plus Bank holidays), pension with 10% employer contribution as minimum, free car parking onsite and Cycle2 work salary sacrifice scheme.


We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to this date.


If you have any questions, please contact Ben Edwards ()


NO AGENCIES PLEASE.


Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research is one of the UK's leading Research Institutes delivering world class agricultural science. Our commitment to learning and development, equality, diversity and inclusion and flexibility in working arrangements creates a positive work life balance and enables a welcoming environment for all prospective employees.


As a Disability Confident Employer we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and all disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. If this is required, please contact us. Applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion or age are welcomed, providing the required criteria is met.


We have an attractive benefits package including 30 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and an attractive campus offering cultural and recreational activities.


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