HVAC Engineer — NHS Hospital (Manchester)

Sodexo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday per year

Funded courses

Excellent Pension Package

Location at Manchester Foundation NHSN

Job summary

The HVAC team at Manchester Foundation NHS Trust Hospital is seeking a highly skilled HVAC technician to maintain, repair and install complex ventilation systems within a critical healthcare setting. This role requires NHS experience and a proactive, safety‑minded approach to ensure uninterrupted hospital operations.

You will work across building services, support commissioning and minor project works, and collaborate with clinical teams.

Qualifications

• NHS/healthcare facilities experience.
• Qualified to a minimum of HNC level or equivalent in a relevant building discipline or relevant.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, test, and repair complex ventilation systems, plant, control systems, and associated equipment.
• Assemble and install minor works across multiple trade disciplines, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Investigate breakdowns and faults, identify root causes, and undertake remedial actions promptly.
• Liaise with external contractors and internal teams, ensuring safe working practices and adherence to policies.
• Utilise technical knowledge and skills to convey information, coordinate repairs, and work independently under pressure.
• Maintain accurate records of plant history, risk assessments, and technical documentation.
• Adhere to legislation, codes of practice, infection control, safeguarding policies, and promote a safe environment for staff and patients.

Skills

NHS/Healthcare experience

Education

HNC level or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

The HVAC team at Manchester Foundation NHS Trust Hospital is seeking a highly skilled HVAC technician to maintain, repair and install complex ventilation systems within a critical healthcare setting. This role requires NHS experience and a proactive, safety‑minded approach to ensure uninterrupted hospital operations.

You will work across building services, support commissioning and minor project works, and collaborate with clinical teams.