Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer Devon | £21-£23 per hour | Monday-Friday| Temp to Perm| Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a team based in Devon. You will be responsible for carrying…

Job type Temporary
Posted 13 October 2026

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Maintenance Engineer

Devon | £21-£23 per hour | Monday-Friday| Temp to Perm|

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer to join a team based in Devon. You will be responsible for carrying out general building maintenance, planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs to ensure buildings, facilities and surrounding areas are maintained to a safe and professional standard.

This opportunity would suit someone with a strong background in in facilities maintenance with strong commercial and operational oversight, focused on delivering high service standards and excellent customer service.

What We Offer

Competitive salary.

Monday to Friday working hours

Long-term career prospects.

Opportunity to work on a major construction project.

Key Duties

Carry out routine maintenance inspections of buildings, fixtures, fittings. Including monthly water temperature testing and emergency lighting checks.

Respond promptly to reactive maintenance requests and urgent repair issues.

Carry out minor plumbing repairs, decorating, painting and basic carpentry.

Inspect internal and external areas, identifying damage, defects, leaks and potential safety hazards.

Support maintenance engineers and external contractors with site repairs and general maintenance activities.

Report defects requiring specialist trades, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, roofing or building contractors.

Requirements

Previous experience in a handyman, building maintenance or facilities maintenance role.
Experience carrying out routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.

Ability to identify building defects, maintenance issues and potential safety hazards.

Health and safety, manual handling and working-at-height training are advantageous where relevant.

Good communication and organisational skills.

Motivated and career-focused attitude.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for a permanent opportunity in Devon, apply now with your CV or contact Harry at Acorn by Synergie Bristol for more information about this opportunity.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment

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