Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
| Posting date: | 10 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 March 2026 |
| Location: | Stockport, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Regional Construction |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Role Overview
We are looking for a highly versatile and proactive Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support the upkeep, repair, and improvement of residential apartment blocks. This role requires someone confident across multiple trades—electrical, plumbing, joinery, basic decorating, fault-finding, and general building maintenance.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, adaptable, and able to tackle a wide range of tasks with a positive, problem-solving attitude.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
Key Responsibilities
General Building Maintenance
• Carry out day-to-day repairs across communal areas, plant rooms, and external spaces.
• Diagnose issues across multiple trades and complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Attend reactive maintenance jobs and prioritise tasks based on urgency.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify potential defects before they become major issues.
Multi-Trade Tasks
Electrical (within competency):
• Replace light fittings, sockets, switches, drivers, lamps, and fault-find basic issues.
• Test emergency lighting and report defects.
Plumbing:
• Fix leaks, replace taps, repair toilet components, unblock drains, and address low-level plumbing faults.
Joinery/Carpentry:
• Fit or repair doors, skirting, architraves, locks, handles, and general timber components.
• Carry out small carpentry tasks such as boxing-in or building simple structures.
General Works:
• Patch plastering, basic painting and decorating, sealant replacement, and minor fabric repairs.
• Assist with basic grounds maintenance or external building tasks where needed.
Health, Safety & Compliance
• Follow all company safety procedures and building regulations.
• Ensure safe working practices at all times, particularly in occupied residential buildings.
• Complete job sheets, risk assessments, and photographic records accurately.
• Report hazards, structural concerns, or compliance issues immediately.
Customer Service & Communication
• Work professionally and respectfully in occupied buildings.
• Provide clear updates on job progress, next steps, and material requirements.
• Communicate effectively with residents, property managers, and contractors.
Tools, Equipment & Vehicle
• Maintain all tools and equipment in good working order.
• Keep the company vehicle clean, compliant, and well-stocked.
• Collect materials as needed and manage stock of commonly used items.
Skills & Experience Required
• Proven experience in multi-trade maintenance or property maintenance roles.
• Competence across several of the following: plumbing, joinery, electrical, decorating, fault-finding, general building fabric repairs.
• Strong practical problem-solving ability.
• Able to work independently and manage workload across multiple sites.
• Good communication and customer-facing skills.
• Full UK driving licence (required).
Desirable Qualifications
• NVQ or City & Guilds in a relevant trade (maintenance, joinery, electrical, or plumbing).
• Basic electrical certification (advantageous).
• Health & Safety training (CSCS, Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, etc.).
• Experience within block management or property services environments.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle or mileage allowance.
• Tools, uniform, and PPE provided.
• Ongoing training opportunities across multiple trades.
• Supportive team environment and long-term progression.
We are looking for a highly versatile and proactive Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support the upkeep, repair, and improvement of residential apartment blocks. This role requires someone confident across multiple trades—electrical, plumbing, joinery, basic decorating, fault-finding, and general building maintenance.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, adaptable, and able to tackle a wide range of tasks with a positive, problem-solving attitude.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
Key Responsibilities
General Building Maintenance
• Carry out day-to-day repairs across communal areas, plant rooms, and external spaces.
• Diagnose issues across multiple trades and complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Attend reactive maintenance jobs and prioritise tasks based on urgency.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify potential defects before they become major issues.
Multi-Trade Tasks
Electrical (within competency):
• Replace light fittings, sockets, switches, drivers, lamps, and fault-find basic issues.
• Test emergency lighting and report defects.
Plumbing:
• Fix leaks, replace taps, repair toilet components, unblock drains, and address low-level plumbing faults.
Joinery/Carpentry:
• Fit or repair doors, skirting, architraves, locks, handles, and general timber components.
• Carry out small carpentry tasks such as boxing-in or building simple structures.
General Works:
• Patch plastering, basic painting and decorating, sealant replacement, and minor fabric repairs.
• Assist with basic grounds maintenance or external building tasks where needed.
Health, Safety & Compliance
• Follow all company safety procedures and building regulations.
• Ensure safe working practices at all times, particularly in occupied residential buildings.
• Complete job sheets, risk assessments, and photographic records accurately.
• Report hazards, structural concerns, or compliance issues immediately.
Customer Service & Communication
• Work professionally and respectfully in occupied buildings.
• Provide clear updates on job progress, next steps, and material requirements.
• Communicate effectively with residents, property managers, and contractors.
Tools, Equipment & Vehicle
• Maintain all tools and equipment in good working order.
• Keep the company vehicle clean, compliant, and well-stocked.
• Collect materials as needed and manage stock of commonly used items.
Skills & Experience Required
• Proven experience in multi-trade maintenance or property maintenance roles.
• Competence across several of the following: plumbing, joinery, electrical, decorating, fault-finding, general building fabric repairs.
• Strong practical problem-solving ability.
• Able to work independently and manage workload across multiple sites.
• Good communication and customer-facing skills.
• Full UK driving licence (required).
Desirable Qualifications
• NVQ or City & Guilds in a relevant trade (maintenance, joinery, electrical, or plumbing).
• Basic electrical certification (advantageous).
• Health & Safety training (CSCS, Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height, etc.).
• Experience within block management or property services environments.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle or mileage allowance.
• Tools, uniform, and PPE provided.
• Ongoing training opportunities across multiple trades.
• Supportive team environment and long-term progression.