Sodexo

Engineer

Ashford TN25 6GE

Key information

Pay
Competitive salary with Sodexo benefits
Hours
42.5 hours per week
Contract
Full Time
Posted date
29 Oct 2026
Closing date
12 Nov 2026

About this role

  • 42.5 hours per week
  • 4 on 4 off shift pattern / days & nights
  • Competitive salary plus benefits
  • Sodexo rewards and benefits
  • Minimum age for this role is 21 years.
  • Qualification in or Knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical Building Service
  • Experienced Engineer with at least 5 years’ relevant post experience in a similar environment
  • This is a 3 month fixed term contract

Job Introduction

Sodexo believes that government agencies should foster an environment of respect, operating with efficiency and effectiveness to promote productivity. We prioritize employee well-being and play a vital role in fostering stronger communities.

We are now seeking an Multi Skilled Technician/Engineer to join our team at DEFRA BCP, Sevington, Kent, TN25 6GE

What you’ll do

  • Carryout PPM and reactive repairs as required in line with skill set and qualifications.
  • General handyman tasks as required, to include basic building fabric maintenance and repair.
  • Replacement of light bulbs and other unskilled mechanical and electrical tasks.
  • Assist in ensuring all records are kept in line with company procedures.
  • Collaborative working with other team members.
  • To be responsible for all aspects of Health and Safety and the Environment on work activities to ensure actions comply in accordance with statutory and contractual requirements.
  • To comply at all times with the Company's Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Procedures and to ensure that all work is undertaken in accordance with the Industry's best practices.
  • Ensure issued PPE, tools and equipment is in a safe and good working order.
  • Attend training sessions, toolbox talks and meetings as required.
  • To ensure that all areas in which work is undertaken are kept in a clean and tidy condition,

What you bring

What you bring

Essential

  • Qualification in or Knowledge of Mechanical & Electrical Building Services
  • Experienced Engineer with at least 5 years’ relevant post experience in a similar environment
  • Able to diagnose faults and put forward and complete appropriate rectification measures
  • Able to establish necessary parts/plant/materials necessary for completion of tasks
  • Ability to Multi-task across mechanical, electrical and building discipline’s at a basic level
  • Experience of working within a Building Maintenance Organisation
  • A good understanding of the interrelationship between assets and their maintenance and lifecycle requirements.
  • Flexibility with shift rotations – Days & night shifts.
  • Able to represent Sodexo both internally and externally with clients
  • Take part in out-of-hours duty roster/on call
  • Pass the Baseline Personnel Security Standard vetting which includes DBS certification
  • Hold a valid UK driving license

Desirable

  • Additional qualifications and experience in other building-related trades would be advantageous
  • Asbestos Awareness
  • CSCS Certificate
  • Educated to HNC/HND or equivalent experience in an Engineering or Building discipline.
  • Experience with Personal Digital Assistant (PDA’s) systems

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

  • Mental health & wellbeing support
  • Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
  • 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
  • Discounts for you & family
  • Financial tools & retirement plan
  • Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications