Salary
£36, 382 - £40,016
Estates Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical)
National Oceanography Centre, Liverpool
Permanent
Full time (37 hours per week)
£36, 382 - £40,016
Who are we?
We are the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) - the UK’s leading institution for integrated coastal and deep ocean research. Through our ground-breaking research, collaboration, and game-changing innovation we work to gain a deeper understanding of our ocean, helping every living thing on our planet flourish.
We are made up of a dynamic and vibrant community focused on solving challenging long-term marine science problems, underpinning international and UK public policy, business and societal outcomes.
The ocean has the potential to provide the solutions to so many of the social, economic and environmental challenges we face worldwide. To truly harness the value of the ocean, we put ocean research, science and discovery at the heart of our culture.
Join us in shaping the future of oceanographic research and contribute your unique perspective to our organisation.
About the role
We are currently recruiting for a Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer with either an Electrical or Mechanical background to join our Estates Department and help us maintain and improve our Liverpool site.
Our maintenance team undertakes planned and reactive maintenance alongside minor project works across our Liverpool facilities. The site incorporates offices, workshops, laboratories, data centres and specialist marine science infrastructure, providing a varied and interesting working environment.
You will work on a wide range of maintenance tasks including low voltage electrical systems, building management systems (BMS), fire alarms, security systems, HVAC plant, air handling units (AHUs), pumps and associated building services equipment. The role supports facilities that are critical to the delivery of world-class marine science and operational activities.
This is a varied and rewarding role that requires a proactive approach to fault finding, maintenance and continuous improvement. In addition, the post holder will participate in an on-call rota of 1 week in every 4, providing out-of-hours support to ensure the continued operation and safety of the site's critical infrastructure.
About you
We are looking for someone with a Mechanical or Electrical qualification to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and previous experience within a building services environment.
Experience in the installation, maintenance and fault-finding of electrical or mechanical building services systems is essential. You will have good problem-solving skills, a flexible approach to work and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Any additional training required for the role will be provided.
Experience of working on building management systems, HVAC equipment, electrical distribution systems, fire alarm systems or other critical building services infrastructure would be advantageous.
Why NOC?
We offer a generous set of benefits, including:
- 30 days contractual annual leave, plus 3.5 extra closure days and bank holidays
- a 10% employer contribution pension scheme (with a 15% NI saving on employee contributions made above 5%, if in the salary sacrifice scheme)
- Death in Service (3 times annual salary) provided by Aviva from day one of employment, plus access to a range of other Aviva wellbeing services
- financial support for relocation
- a salary sacrifice scheme for electric / hybrid vehicles (qualifying period applies)
- access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering free and confidential support on mental, physical, emotional, health and financial issues
- access to a flexible benefits portal offering online discounts, cashback and eGift cards
- a Cycle2Work scheme allowing employees to acquire bikes and accessories
- a great working environment with a number of social events, including summer and Christmas celebrations
- we are proud to be a Living Wage Employer
Location
This position will be based in Liverpool. The centre is part of the University campus and is only a short walk from the city centre and Lime Street station.
Submitting an application
Please submit an up-to-date CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you are interested in the position. Applications submitted without a cover letter may not be considered. If you are unable to apply online, please contact the NOC recruitment team at [email protected] / 07355 676794.
Before submitting your application please ensure you have reviewed the attached job description and person specification.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We actively encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position, as we strive to create a supportive and equitable environment where all voices are valued and heard.
Those seeking employment at NOC are considered solely on their qualifications, skills and experience, without regard to gender, gender identity, age, race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, relationship status, family status (including pregnancy / maternity leave) or any other protected characteristic.
There is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the position and declare a disability.
Date advert posted: 17/08/2026
Closing date: 13/09/2026
