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CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting now for a Critical Services Technician (Continental Shift) to join the team located in one our largest financial client's new flagship 52,000m2 UK headquarters in central London.

CBRE manages the maintenance of our client's property portfolio and is committed to the provision of an efficient and effective engineering maintenance function which is deemed critical to the operations and the maintenance of 99.995% uptime.

The new headquarters features best in class smart building technologies, a BIM (Building Information Model) platform, a client concierge system, with all systems integrated together to create a rich data environment and allow improved efficiencies in operation.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the journey from mobilisation into operation of this smart building, and a chance to develop new skills in what is a glimpse into the future of FM operations.

Key Tasks:

· Undertaking training and building/system familiarisation as part of the project's Soft Landings activities

· Practice good Health and Safety in the workplace

· Maintaining systems and assets in a data driven environment, using new digital tools and platforms (training will be provided). Must be flexible and embrace new and emerging technology and techniques

· Develop a comprehensive understanding of the building, its layout, functions and complexities through developed practices through scenario drills, continuous assessments, staff training and personal development.

· Liaising with client representatives in respect of corrective repair works.

· Carrying out in house training where required.

· Supporting and projecting ideas/initiatives that may contribute to the service delivery aspect of the contract and service levels.

· Maintain records of maintenance activities as required.

· Assist Engineers to investigate faults, identify root causes of faults and prepare accurate/timely reports on plant and equipment failures.

· Undertake other tasks, as required by the Engineering Manager/Shift Leader.

· Looking out for smarter, more efficient ways of working - seeking out opportunities for continuous improvement of systems and process.

· Raise and close jobs on PDA's as necessary.

· Positive contribution to the "team" effort and the raising of the standard.

· Endorse day to day and future compliance to safe working practices, quality standards conformity and best practice methods.

· Prepare accurate/timely reports as required.

· Investigate faults, identify causes and effect remedies.

· Escorting contractors and suppliers when working under permits

· Cleaning of plantrooms.

Essential Skills:

· An excellent attitude towards Healthy and Safety, and the confidence to stop work and speak to a manager if anything appears unsafe

· Self-Motivated.

· Ability to be flexible and learn new tools and techniques

· Ability to follow established procedures.

· Meticulous worker paying attention to detail.

· Good communicator.

· Ability to work under pressure.

· Prepared and willing to work overtime.

· Pro-active and positive in approach and outlook.

· Team player

· 4 GCSE or equivalent.

· ACoPs L8. (Desirable)

· IOSH qualification. (Desirable)

· 18TH Edition (Desirable)

· Willing to work towards an engineering qualification. (Desirable)

· Able to use hand tools and power tools.

· Able to work at height.

· Good Customer relationship skills.

· Have worked in a similar environment or can justify previous work will add experience to this role.

· Understand the Health and Safety implications of working in a live environment

· Good knowledge and awareness of the facilities management industry and the primary M&E services within the built environment (Desirable)

· Customer services experience and the ability to communicate at all levels

· Suitable experience in a similar role. (Desirable)