Lead Hvac Engineer

Facilitate Search Ltd; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Blackburn is seeking a skilled Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer to join their team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will proactively maintain and inspect mechanical building services in critical healthcare environments, ensuring compliance with regulations. Offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including training opportunities and annual leave, this role is ideal for those who are technically strong and safety-driven.

Benefits

24-25 days annual leave + public holidays

Life cover

Retail discounts

Gym & cycle schemes

Professional training & development opportunities

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in complex maintenance environments.
• Strong HVAC knowledge (AHUs, water systems, A/C, etc.).
• AP Ventilation qualification (advantage).
• Pipefitting experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Proactively maintain, repair, and inspect mechanical building services.
• Lead on regulatory and HTM-compliant HVAC maintenance.
• Complete PPM and reactive tasks across mechanical systems.
• Support minor installations, upgrades, and fault-finding.
• Participate in the callout rota (after qualifying period).

Skills

Complex maintenance environments

Strong HVAC knowledge

Customer focus

Job description

Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer - Full-Time, Permanent

We’re seeking a skilled Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer to join our team on a full-time (40 hrs/week) permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting critical healthcare environments while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively maintain, repair and inspect mechanical building services
• Lead on regulatory and HTM-compliant HVAC maintenance
• Complete PPM and reactive tasks across AHUs, chilled/potable water systems, A/C units and more
• Support minor installations, upgrades and fault-finding
• Work collaboratively with a strong customer-focus
• Participate in the callout rota (after qualifying period)

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in complex maintenance environments
• Strong HVAC knowledge (AHUs, water systems, A/C, etc.)
• AP Ventilation qualification (advantage)
• Pipefitting experience (desirable)

What We Offer

• 24‑25 days annual leave + public holidays
• Life cover, retail discounts, gym & cycle schemes
• Holiday purchase options
• CSR days & employee support networks
• Professional training & development opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

If you’re technically strong, safety-driven and ready to make an impact in a vital healthcare setting, we’d love to hear from you.