Facilities Engineer

Our client is seeking a hands-on Site Facilities Engineer to join their team in Cramlington. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of all site facilities, utilities, and infrastructure, supporting business continuity and operational excellence.
This position will suit a practical, electrically qualified engineer who enjoys being on the tools, while also taking ownership of compliance, contractor management, and continuous improvement.
What you’ll be doing * Carrying out planned and reactive maintenance on site facilities and utilities, including compressors, boilers, chillers, HVAC, and building services * Responding to breakdowns effectively, prioritising tasks to minimise downtime * Ensuring all statutory inspections and preventive maintenance activities are completed on schedule and fully documented * Taking responsibility for health, safety, and environmental compliance, working in line with legislation and company procedures * Managing on-site contractors, including inductions, permits to work, and safe systems of work * Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers for parts, repairs, and technical support * Identifying and delivering energy-saving and efficiency improvement projects * Maintaining accurate and compliant maintenance records and documentation * Continuously reviewing and optimising preventive maintenance strategies
Who we’re looking for * Strong experience working with site facilities, utilities, and infrastructure * Proven ability to work in a hands-on maintenance role * Experience managing contractors and compliance activities * Well organised, self-motivated, and proactive * A safety-first mindset, leading by example at all times
Why apply? * Stable, permanent dayshift role * Opportunity to take real ownership of site facilities * Varied role combining hands-on engineering and responsibility * Work for a client that values safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
If you’re a practical Facilities Engineer who enjoys solving problems, improving systems, and keeping a site running safely and efficiently, we’d love to hear from you