HVAC Mech Engineer

Medirest Signature; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

At Medirest Signature, we are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to ensure the efficient running of HMP Ashfield's facilities. This role involves performing HVAC maintenance, faults rectification, and collaboration within a team to keep the establishment secure and operational. A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are provided, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension

Ongoing training and supportive culture

Health and wellbeing benefits

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• At least 3 years post-qualification experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Member of a relevant professional body is desired.
• Flexibility to work call-outs and weekends is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conducting fault finding and defect rectification on plant and equipment.
• Ensuring timely completion of pre-planned maintenance schedules.
• Participating in call-out rota and maintaining safety standards on site.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

HVAC Qualification (C&G, NVQ)

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Serco: HMP Ashfield

Permanent, Full Time

Competitive Salary + Excellent Corporate Benefits Package

Here at Serco, we are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our FM department at HMP Ashfield, a category C male establishment prison based in Pucklechurch near Bristol. The operational capacity is for 416 prisoners, and it takes a skilled team to keep the facility safe, secure, and in proper working order.

The key purpose of this role is to carry out routine HVAC and/or Mechanical Engineering work, preventative maintenance, and repairs. You will ensure that various pre-planned maintenance schedules are kept up to date and maintained as required. The role requires leadership, setting visible standards of personal performance, and accountability, with a degree of independence in functioning.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Fault finding and defect rectification on installed plant and equipment
• Supporting other members of the FM service team in completing work, such as plumbing
• Escorting contractors around the site as per written procedures
• Installing new plant and apparatus as defined
• Investigating plant and equipment performance and producing reports and recommendations
• Familiarity with operation and maintenance of various systems and equipment
• Being aware of all Health & Safety considerations on site
• Participating in a call-out rota and potential weekend work

Qualifications and Experience

You should have HVAC and/or Mechanical Engineering Qualification (C&G, NVQ), be a member of a relevant professional body (desired), hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, and have at least 3 years post-qualification experience.

The successful candidate will enjoy working as part of a team, be proactive, and committed to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement. Flexibility to participate in a call-out rota and weekend work is essential. All offers are subject to security clearance checks, including CRB and CTC level security clearance.

Why Serco

Meaningful and vital work: Contribute to delivering vital services in a collaborative environment.

A world of opportunity: Work for a global company across various sectors, with ample career growth opportunities.

Great people: Join a supportive team that values our work and your contribution.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, pension (up to 6%), and benefits
• Supportive culture, volunteer leave, ongoing training
• Health and wellbeing benefits, Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans
• Access to discounts and deals through Serco Benefits
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Free on-site parking

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