FM Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

Serco Group Plc; Marchington; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

25 days + bank holidays

Pension scheme up to 6%

Extensive training and courses

Wellbeing and health programmes

Employee discounts

Résumé du poste

Serco Group Plc is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Facilities Management team. You will help ensure critical mechanical and gas systems run reliably, supporting colleagues, residents and the wider community in a secure establishment.

You’ll perform routine maintenance, diagnose faults, install new equipment and maintain compliance records. A recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent is expected, with Gas Safe registration desirable; AP training a bonus.

Qualifications

• Gas Safe registration desirable with experience in commercial and domestic systems.
• Able to work independently, manage workload, and meet tight timescales.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, customer-focused approach.

Responsabilités

• Carry out routine mechanical engineering work, planned maintenance, repairs and testing of gas systems.
• Diagnose faults and rectify defects on plant and equipment across the site.
• Install new mechanical plant and equipment per specifications and standards.
• Keep maintenance schedules and compliance records up to date.
• Support a multi-skilled facilities management team and escort contractors as required.
• Work safely at all times, following statutory requirements and site procedures.

Connaissances

Gas Safe registration

Independent work

Time management

Customer focus

Communication

Flexibility

Continuous improvement

Formation

Mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent (C&G/NVQ)

Description du poste

As a Mechanical Engineer in our Facilities Management team, you'll play a vital role in keeping a secure establishment safe, compliant, and operating effectively. Your expertise will help ensure critical mechanical and gas systems run reliably every day, supporting colleagues, residents, and the wider community.

This is work with genuine purpose. You'll be working in a uniquely challenging environment where high standards of safety, reliability, and care really matter. Your contribution helps create a stable, well-maintained setting that supports rehabilitation, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.

What you'll do as a Mechanical Engineer

• Carry out routine mechanical engineering work, planned preventative maintenance, repairs, and testing of gas systems
• Diagnose faults and complete defect rectification on plant and equipment across the site
• Install new mechanical plant and equipment in line with specifications and standards
• Ensure maintenance schedules and compliance records are kept up to date
• Support a multi-skilled facilities management team, including escorting contractors when required
• Work safely at all times, following statutory requirements, site procedures, and local regulations

A recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent trade-based qualification (such as C and G or NVQ)

• Gas Safe registration with experience in both commercial and domestic systems desirable
• The ability to work independently, manage your workload, and meet tight timescales
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, customer-focused approach
• A flexible, proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement
• Qualified as an Authorised Person (AP) or willing to undertake training and assessment to become an AP desirable

Vetting and checks

An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role. This includes spent and unspent convictions, cautions, and any relevant information held by local police, in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and safeguarding requirements. You will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire to allow us to provide any support needed for you to succeed in the role.

Serco: HMP Dovegate, ST14 8XRPermanent, Full Time (40 hrs p/w Mon-Fri 8:00 - 16:30)

£38,814 per annum + £160 p/w on call allowance + excellent benefits

Ready to impact a better future?, We're one of the top 1% of international employers, so you can have confidence you'll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we're proud to offer clear development opportunities - and the support and tools to help you seize them.

What we offer

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (including L3 Team Leader and L5 Operations Manager apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
• Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• Paid volunteering day, tax-free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Our networks support inclusion and connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, veterans, and people from all cultural backgrounds.