Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Technician Cambridge £32,000 to £34,000 + Training + Development + Pension + 30 Days Holiday + Privilege Days Are you a Mechanical Technician, Maintenance Engineer, or Mechanical Fitter looking to join a stable organisation offering excellent training and long-term development? Do you want to work in a varied maintenance role within a world-class research environment, where you can develop your technical skills while enjoying a great working atmosphere and job security? This organisation is part of a globally recognised scientific research group, operating across multiple specialist facilities and supporting cutting-edge research projects. Due to continued investment and expansion, they are looking to recruit a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their Estates and Facilities team. In this role, you will support the maintenance and upkeep of mechanical systems across the site. Initially, you will carry out general maintenance duties, inspections, and minor repairs, before progressing into planned and reactive maintenance across HVAC systems, pumps, pipework, plant equipment, and associated building services infrastructure. You will also gain exposure to Building Management Systems (BMS) and play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the site. The ideal candidate will have a mechanical maintenance background and hold a recognised mechanical qualification such as an NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or similar. Experience within facilities maintenance, manufacturing, industrial, plant, building services, or commercial environments would all be considered. Candidates who are keen to develop and broaden their technical skillset are encouraged to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected organisation offering structured training, technical progression, and a long-term career within a modern and supportive environment. The Role: *Days based maintenance role *Carry out planned and reactive mechanical maintenance *Work on HVAC systems, pumps, pipework, and mechanical plant *Training and development provided *Overtime opportunities available The Person: *Background in mechanical maintenance or engineering *Holds a recognised mechanical qualification *Experience within facilities, plant, industrial, manufacturing, or building services maintenance *Looking for a stable long-term role with training and development opportunities Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.