Join Acorn - Build your Career
At Acorn, people are at the heart of everything we do. With over 40 years’ experience delivering market‑leading engineering and compliance services across London and the South East, we have built a reputation based on trust, technical excellence, and long‑term partnerships with our clients.
We are recruiting a Foot Mobile Engineer to cover a prestigious Central London patch including Covent Garden, the West End and Westminster.
This is a walking mobile role, with engineers travelling between sites on foot and via public transport. The position suits someone who is organised, proactive and comfortable working independently while maintaining high standards of service across multiple client locations.
You will carry out planned preventative maintenance, servicing and reactive repairs across a varied portfolio of client sites, working independently but supported by a dedicated helpdesk and contract management team.
What you’ll receive
Location
Central London footprint: Covent Garden, the West End and Westminster.
Salary & overtime
Up to £44,000 depending on experience, plus overtime and callout.
Working hours
41.25 hours per week with a stable, predictable rota.
Pension scheme
Company pension scheme to support your long‑term plans.
Company events
Regular company events to stay connected with the wider team.
Wellbeing
Wellbeing benefits including 24‑hour turnaround GP appointments for the whole family
Time off
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Travel
Travel Card for Zones 1 & 2
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), servicing and reactive repairs across assigned sites.
- Attend call‑outs during normal working hours and participate in the out‑of‑hours emergency rota.
- Communicate effectively with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
- Liaise closely with the internal helpdesk and administration teams.
- Accurately complete reports, job sheets and compliance documentation.
- Maintain log books and site records.
- Ensure punctual attendance, professional presentation and correct use of PPE.
What we are looking for
Knowledge & competencies
- Good working knowledge of M&E building services.
- Experience with HVAC plant including air conditioning, boilers, controls, heating and ventilation.
- Understanding of Legionella control.
- Strong awareness of health and safety requirements.
Qualifications & experience
- City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Time‑served mechanical or maintenance engineer (apprenticeship preferred).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Personal skills
- Excellent communication and time management skills.
- Highly organised and self‑motivated.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
- Able to assess faults and make informed maintenance decisions.
Location focus
This role is dedicated to Covent Garden, the West End and Westminster, making it ideal for engineers experienced in working across high‑density, central London environments using public transport.
Career Prospects at Acorn
Acorn is committed to developing its people for the long term.
Many of our engineers progress into senior engineering, specialist, or management roles as they grow within the business. We actively encourage skill development, increased responsibility, and career progression for individuals who show commitment, reliability, and a strong customer‑focused approach.
As our service offering and client base continue to grow, there are ongoing opportunities for overtime, role development, and exposure to a wide variety of technically interesting sites and systems.
Why join Acorn?
- A stable, well‑established company with over four decades of industry experience.
- A supportive, knowledgeable internal team that understands engineering roles.
- A strong focus on teamwork, professionalism, and safety.
- Genuine long‑term career progression opportunities.
- PPM‑led work across varied sites in the local and surrounding counties.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.
How we’ll get to know you
1. Application review
Share your CV outlining your building services experience and Central London knowledge.
2. Introductory call
A short call to discuss your background, the role and your availability.
3. Technical interview
Meet with our engineering team to talk through your experience and typical scenarios.
4. Final chat & offer
We cover any remaining questions and, if we’re a good match, move quickly to an offer.
Apply now
Send us your details and we’ll be in touch to discuss your experience and next steps.
