Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

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Mechanical Engineer

Salary: £43,000 per annum

Overtime: Available and paid at time and a half

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off / 4 on and 4 nights

Location: Central London

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a well-established estates and engineering team supporting a complex, safety-critical environment for a prestigious Private Hospital in London.

You will play a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability and statutory compliance of critical mechanical infrastructure across a multi-building estate.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on mechanical plant and systems
• Diagnose and rectify faults through reactive maintenance
• Maintain compliance with relevant statutory regulations and standards
• Operate and monitor Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Respond to mechanical breakdowns and emergency situations, acting as a first responder when required (training provided)
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Work collaboratively with engineering, fabric and estates colleagues to support uninterrupted service delivery

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience in mechanical building services or facilities maintenance
• Qualifications at HNC/HND / Level 4 or 5 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Strong working knowledge of:
• HVAC systems
• Plumbing and water systems
• Refrigeration
• Understanding of safe systems of work and health & safety legislation
• Good communication skills and the ability to work under pressure in a demand-led environment

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Contributory pension scheme (total xwzovoh contribution up to 20%)
• 25 days annual leave
• Life assurance
• Travel season ticket loan
• Family-friendly benefits
• A wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Excellent career development opportunities, including:
• Clear progression pathways
• Access to further education, training and professional development

Additional Information

• This is a shift-based role covering both days and nights
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check