Mobile Electrical Engineer
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £41,600 to £45,900 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 April 2026 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ISS Facilities Services |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 153192 |
Summary
Mobile Electrical Engineer
Contract: Key Account Network
Location: Edinburgh, EH3 9HU (covering Edinburgh, Penicuik, Dalkeith and Musselburgh)
Hours of work: 41.25
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a Mobile Electrical Engineer to deliver high-quality electrical and building services maintenance across a range of client properties within the designated region.
The role involves electrical fault finding, repairs, PPM, reactive tasks, and installation works to ensure all systems operate safely and efficiently. You will be key in providing a world‑class and consistent maintenance service for all stakeholders.
Job Description
We are looking for an engineer who can confidently manage electrical responsibilities while also supporting wider building services activities including mechanical, HVAC, and fabric-related tasks.
The successful candidate will represent the company professionally, exceed customer expectations, and ensure all work complies with agreed standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver electrical PPM, proactive, and reactive maintenance tasks within set timeframes.
Carry out electrical fault finding, repairs, and installation work across client sites.
Support building services duties including fabric, HVAC, and mechanical maintenance.
Provide callout cover as part of the agreed callout rota.
Undertake contractor control duties and monitor workmanship, including issuing Permits to Work.
Ensure electrical equipment performs to the required safety and performance standards.
Maintain equipment and surrounding areas to meet company and client standards.
Represent the business professionally and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Significant experience in reactive and planned building services maintenance.
Background in FM or building services within commercial environments.
NVQ 2356 / 2357 and NVQ 2356 AM2, OR
City & Guilds 2330 Level 3 in Electrical Installation OR AM1 and AM2, OR
City & Guilds 236/2360 Electrical Installations Parts 1 & 2, AND
18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Preferred Qualifications / Additional Skills
Completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship.
City & Guilds 2394/2395 (Inspection & Testing).
JIB accreditation.
IPAF and/or PASMA certification.
Benefits
ISS van provided, plus company phone and PDA.
Fixed Monday–Friday hours (8am–5pm) with a clear overtime structure.
Stable, predictable workload including scheduled PPMs and reactive tasks.
Long-term contracts on government sites, offering strong job security.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant #Bepartofsomethingbigger
#aplacetobeyou #facilitiesmanagement
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
Contract: Key Account Network
Location: Edinburgh, EH3 9HU (covering Edinburgh, Penicuik, Dalkeith and Musselburgh)
Hours of work: 41.25
Contract Type: Permanent
We are seeking a Mobile Electrical Engineer to deliver high-quality electrical and building services maintenance across a range of client properties within the designated region.
The role involves electrical fault finding, repairs, PPM, reactive tasks, and installation works to ensure all systems operate safely and efficiently. You will be key in providing a world‑class and consistent maintenance service for all stakeholders.
Job Description
We are looking for an engineer who can confidently manage electrical responsibilities while also supporting wider building services activities including mechanical, HVAC, and fabric-related tasks.
The successful candidate will represent the company professionally, exceed customer expectations, and ensure all work complies with agreed standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver electrical PPM, proactive, and reactive maintenance tasks within set timeframes.
Carry out electrical fault finding, repairs, and installation work across client sites.
Support building services duties including fabric, HVAC, and mechanical maintenance.
Provide callout cover as part of the agreed callout rota.
Undertake contractor control duties and monitor workmanship, including issuing Permits to Work.
Ensure electrical equipment performs to the required safety and performance standards.
Maintain equipment and surrounding areas to meet company and client standards.
Represent the business professionally and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications
Significant experience in reactive and planned building services maintenance.
Background in FM or building services within commercial environments.
NVQ 2356 / 2357 and NVQ 2356 AM2, OR
City & Guilds 2330 Level 3 in Electrical Installation OR AM1 and AM2, OR
City & Guilds 236/2360 Electrical Installations Parts 1 & 2, AND
18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Preferred Qualifications / Additional Skills
Completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship.
City & Guilds 2394/2395 (Inspection & Testing).
JIB accreditation.
IPAF and/or PASMA certification.
Benefits
ISS van provided, plus company phone and PDA.
Fixed Monday–Friday hours (8am–5pm) with a clear overtime structure.
Stable, predictable workload including scheduled PPMs and reactive tasks.
Long-term contracts on government sites, offering strong job security.
The Company
ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.
Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.
We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #Becomewhoyouwant #Bepartofsomethingbigger
#aplacetobeyou #facilitiesmanagement
ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.
ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.
We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.
Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.
If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing resourcing.team@uk.issworld.com
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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