Facilities Mechanical Technician

Becton Dickinson; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BD Plymouth is seeking a Facilities Mechanical Technician to maintain environmental conditions and critical building systems onsite. You will perform Planned Preventative Maintenance, reactive and breakdown works on mechanical systems, fault-find with BMS data, and ensure safety and clean plant rooms.

The role requires an apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification, knowledge of HVAC and BMS, and up to 2 years of facilities experience.

Qualifications

• Completed an apprenticeship and hold a Level 3 technical and vocational qualification or Level 3 Diploma in a relevant subject.
• Knowledge of Mechanical systems, BMS Systems, HVAC, Boilers, Boiler Control Systems and emergency lighting systems.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical, electrical and other utility systems.
• Up to 2 years Mechanical facilities experience, with high levels of flexibility and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that reactive tasks throughout the building are completed and be proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made.
• Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out both maintenance and reactive works.
• Provide parts lists and estimated timescales to carry out remedial works and send out site communications where necessary.
• Ensure the provision of a Safe and Healthy working environment, include the wearing of relevant PPE.
• Ensure that all plant rooms under your responsibility are always locked and are kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• Supervise and monitor of sub-contractors works whilst they are on site undertaking maintenance.
• Arrange and provide holiday and sickness cover at short notice and be flexible with working patterns where necessary.
• Ensure assigned tasks are actioned and completed as appropriate.
• Ensure tasks as directed are completed with the appropriate H&S awareness and implementation.
• Operate a Permit to Work System in accordance with BD, Health & Safety procedures.
• Flexible with your working times towards the end of the day in the event of an emergency or if a critical alarm appears on the BMS.
• Proficient on computers to enable you to communicate via email and quote / order parts.

Skills

Mechanical systems

BMS systems

HVAC

Boilers & controls

Electrical knowledge

Report writing

PC literacy

Education

Apprenticeship or Level 3 technical qualification

Level 3 Diploma in a relevant subject

Tools

PPE

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description As the Facilities Mechanical Technician, onsite at BD Plymouth, you will ensure all environmental conditions are maintained at all times with regard to critical building systems. Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive and breakdown works to all mechanical within the site. Posses the ability to demonstrate relevant knowledge of, AHU’s, pumps and motors which will include the ability to fault find with the help of the BMS and the utilization of current alarm data.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that reactive tasks throughout the building are completed and be proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made.
• Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out both maintenance and reactive works.
• Provide parts lists and estimated timescales to carry out remedial works and send out site communications where necessary.
• Ensure the provision of a Safe and Healthy working environment, include the wearing of relevant PPE.
• Ensure that all plant rooms under your responsibility are always locked and are kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• Supervise and monitor of sub-contractors works whilst they are on site undertaking maintenance.
• Arrange and provide holiday and sickness cover at short notice and be flexible with working patterns where necessary.
• Ensure assigned tasks are actioned and completed as appropriate.
• Ensure tasks as directed are completed with the appropriate H&S awareness and implementation.
• Operate a Permit to Work System in accordance with BD, Health & Safety procedures.
• Flexible with your working times towards the end of the day in the event of an emergency or if a critical alarm appears on the BMS.
• Proficient on computers to enable you to communicate via email and quote / order parts.

Preferred Requirements

• Completed an apprenticeship and hold a Level 3 technical and vocational qualification or Level 3 Diploma in a relevant subject.
• Knowledge of Mechanical systems, BMS Systems, HVAC, Boilers, Boiler Control Systems and emergency lighting systems.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical, electrical and other utility systems.
• Up to 2 years Mechanical facilities experience, with high levels of flexibility and innovation.
• Experience in Facility Equipment fault finding and maintenance activities.
• Experience in building services (Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Systems, Building Fabric, etc)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and self-motivated.
• Excellent report writing and PC literate.
• Ability to assess urgency and impact (e.g., safety-critical vs. routine maintenance).

Salary range for the role: £36.000 to £39.000 + call-out duties benefits

BD is proud to be certified as a Top Employer 2026 in United Kingdom and in Europe, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional working environment At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry.

For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

Why Join Us? To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills Optional Skills . Primary Work Location GBR Plymouth - Belliver Industrial Estate Additional Locations Work Shift

At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location.

Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role. Salary Range Information £25,000.00 - £38,125.00 GBP Annual BD is a leading global medical technology company that creates medical technology, devices and laboratory equipment for a variety of needs across the healthcare continuum. At BD, we are looking for candidates who possess passion, innovative solutions and a commitment to our one mission of improving access to groundbreaking medical and biotechnology services for people near and far, delivering state-of-the‑art technology and cutting‑edge research in the battle to fight and cure infectious diseases. With a global reach that extends across 50 countries worldwide, our network of professionals collaborates on effective measures to deliver enhanced patient quality such as lower health care delivery costs, improved health care and safety, and expanded health care for all. Join our company and see how you can become a part of one global mission to make a difference in human health.