FM Mechanical Engineer

RG Setsquare; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering company located in Scotland is looking for a skilled FM Mechanical Engineer to maintain large mechanical systems within a healthcare setting. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 per annum along with benefits including 24 days annual leave, life cover, and professional development opportunities. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering qualification and relevant experience, ideally within a hospital. If you are seeking a rewarding role in a vital environment, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus public holidays

Life cover (1.5× salary)

Employee shopping and gym discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Holiday Purchase schemes

Access to employee networks and wellbeing support

Professional training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recognised Mechanical/Engineering apprenticeship qualification is necessary.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance or FM environments is desired.
• Must be able to pass a DS Basic check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service large mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults using schematics.
• Complete planned preventive maintenance and compliance documentation.

Skills

Mechanical systems maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Planned preventive maintenance

Education

Mechanical/Engineering apprenticeship qualification

Job description

We're excited to share an excellent opportunity to join the team as a FM Mechanical Engineer based in Edinburgh. This is a permanent, full-time position (37.5 hours per week) offering a competitive salary and benefits package.

About the Role

As part of our on-site engineering team, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and supporting a wide range of mechanical systems across the hospital – including heating, ventilation, pressurised steam, and medical gas systems. You will carry out planned maintenance, inspections, and fault‑finding to ensure all critical systems operate safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and service large mechanical systems such as boilers, HVAC, and medical gas systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults using schematics and analytical tools.
• Complete planned preventive maintenance and compliance documentation.
• Adhere to all site safety and infection control protocols.

What We Offer

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Competitive salry £40,000 per annum
• Life cover (1.5× salary)
• Employee shopping and gym discounts
• Cycle to Work & Holiday Purchase schemes
• Access to employee networks and wellbeing support
• Professional training and development opportunities

What We're Looking For

• Recognised Mechanical/Engineering apprenticeship qualification (e.g., C&G, Scotvec SVQ3 or equivalent)
• Experience in mechanical maintenance or FM environments (hospital experience advantageous)
• Must be able to pass a DS Basic check

If you’re a skilled mechanical engineer looking for a stable, rewarding role within a vital healthcare setting, we’d love to hear from you.