Estates Officer Mechanical

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services organization in Taunton is seeking an Estates Officer - Mechanical to manage engineering tasks focused on HVAC and other mechanical systems. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a recruitment and retention payment. The ideal candidate has relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering and project management, and experience in health and safety legislation.

Benefits

Flexible working

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC or equivalent in a mechanical engineering or similar discipline.
• HND or Degree level education and evidence of continuing professional development.
• Project Management Qualification - (PRINCE 2) or similar.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering tasks related to maintenance and commissioning of mechanical services.
• Ensure integrity of hospital's engineering infrastructure.
• Focus on primary mechanical plant operations such as HVAC systems.

Skills

Health and Safety Legislation

Computer applications

Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems

BMS systems

Education

ONC/HNC in mechanical engineering or equivalent

HND or Degree level education

Project Management Qualification (PRINCE 2)

Job description

Job summary

Are you a skilled mechanical engineer with a passion for healthcare environments? Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an Estates Officer - Mechanical to join our dynamic Estates & Facilities team at Musgrove Park Hospital.

This position also offers a Recruitment and Retention payment of £2,500 per year.

Main duties of the job

As the Estates Officer (Mechanical), you will manage a variety of engineering and environmental tasks related to the maintenance, installation, testing, repair, and commissioning of mechanical services and equipment. You will ensure the integrity of the hospital's engineering infrastructure, focusing on primary mechanical plant operations such as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), steam boiler systems, and water treatment systems.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dedicated team that plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe and efficient hospital environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A supportive working environment that encourages innovation and improvement.

About us

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Details Date posted

23 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year this position also has a payment of RRP £2500 per year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-PU-2986

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Job description Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• ONC/HNC or equivalent in a mechanical engineering or similar discipline
• HND or Degree level education and evidence of continuing professional development
• Project Management Qualification - (PRINCE 2) or similar
• Membership of a relevant professional body

Experience Essential

• Competency in Health and Safety Legislation.
• Good knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
• Extensive knowledge of Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems (CAFM). Managing and planning maintenance of Mechanical systems
• Using BMS systems

Desirable

• Knowledge of Estates services provision.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• ONC/HNC or equivalent in a mechanical engineering or similar discipline
• HND or Degree level education and evidence of continuing professional development
• Project Management Qualification - (PRINCE 2) or similar
• Membership of a relevant professional body

Experience Essential

• Competency in Health and Safety Legislation.
• Good knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
• Extensive knowledge of Computer Aided Facilities Management Systems (CAFM). Managing and planning maintenance of Mechanical systems
• Using BMS systems

Desirable

• Knowledge of Estates services provision.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)