Facilities Engineer

Career Area: Manufacturing

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Posting Title: Facilities Engineer

Salary: £39,994-46,000 Location: Peterlee, County Durham, onsite 5 days a week

Hours: 36.5

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave,
• Up to 10% Bonus
• Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution Up to 10%
• Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
• Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

About Caterpillar Peterlee

Caterpillar Peterlee is the worldwide source of Cat Articulated Trucks, currently producing an 8-model range used in many industries including mining, construction and aggregates. The facility's manufacturing activities use the latest computer analysis techniques, robotic technology and automated dump body paint plant. Machines from the site are shipped to customers around the world.

The Opportunity

As a Facilities Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting service to the full site operation in meeting the business PQVC goals through maintenance and continuous improvements to the site facilities.

A Facilities Engineer is responsible for a range of site facilities-based maintenance functions including internal and external building repairs and alterations, roadway repairs, energy & utilities, security hardware, cleaning services, HVAC, data & power installations, and in-depth support and coordination of proactive capital projects.

Primary Roles/Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Performing or assisting in both reactive and preventative maintenance & wellbeing activities.
• Monitoring and maintaining parts and tools inventory for infrastructure components and services.
• First line support for building service problems and work requests.
• Working alongside a team of facilities engineers in support of facility value stream customers.
• Advocate safety culture & performance within the Facilities Team and various contractors managed.
• Lead and support capital projects in line with departmental strategic plans and business priorities.
• Support NPI & capacity programs through appropriate resourcing of facility moves.

• NEBOSH/IOSH qualification or evidence of safety improvements.
• HNC qualified as minimum

Top Candidates will have

• Facilities maintenance knowledge & experience.
• Worked within the installation and maintenance function, responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of large or multiple facility processes.
• Experience in monitoring environmental, safety and equipment requirements and conditions.
• Participates in the development of change in support of the management team or business objectives.
• Deals effectively with customers and vendor support staff to resolve routine problems.
• Coordinates planning processes and establishes requirements for staff and equipment.
• Monitors processes and procedures for developing and maintaining building security to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Identifies and documents specific problems and resolution alternatives.
• Examines a specific problem and implements effective correct action and necessary communications.
• Ability to develop alternative techniques for assessing accuracy and relevance of information.
• Analytical skills, creativity and logical thinking to reach a solution.
• Knowledge of PUWER/LOLER/CORGI/IEE regulations and other applicable legislation.
• Excellent PC, presentation and communication skills.
• Strong experience and understanding of all areas of site operating as a production environment.

Degree Requirement

Degree or equivalent experience desired

Effective Communication: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies: Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.

Plant Facilities Management: Knowledge of processes, methodologies and techniques used to manage plant facilities; ability to handle the full spectrum of activities for managing and maintaining physical facilities and infrastructure.

Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.

What You Will Get

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse, and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, and personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Visa sponsorship is available for eligible applicants.

Posting Dates: October 6, 2025 - October 20, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply