Lead Mechanical Fitter/Engineer

Equans UK & Ireland; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Lead Mechanical Fitter/Engineer for a permanent position at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital. The role involves maintenance and repairs of mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with standards and operational procedures. The successful candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 and experience with various mechanical systems, contributing to effective healthcare operations.

Benefits

24-25 days annual leave

Life cover

Employee discounts

Gym discounts

Cycle schemes

Learning opportunities

Professional qualifications support

Employee networks

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience required.
• Experience with AHU's, FCU's, LTHW, pumps, pipework, valves, and water systems.
• Pipe fitting experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and inspections of mechanical building services.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond to breakdown requests.
• Conduct systematic fault finding on equipment.

Skills

Technical expertise with steam boilers

Problem-solving on water systems

Planning and input for laundry/lifecycle meetings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services or equivalent

Job description

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Equans UK & Ireland is seeking a Lead Mechanical Fitter/Engineer to work on the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital contract. This is a permanent, full-time position, working 40 hours per week, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

About Us

Equans is a global leader in energy services, with nearly 100,000 employees across over 50 countries and an annual turnover exceeding 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, we specialize in technical, FM, regeneration, and energy services, including smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy, and decentralised renewables. Our team of 13,500 UK & Ireland employees is committed to aiding the energy transition towards net zero and embracing digital and industrial transformations.

Role Overview

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and inspections of mechanical building services in compliance with standards, legislation, and operational procedures.
• Represent the company professionally and respectfully.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on mechanical and related building services.
• Respond promptly to breakdown requests.
• Assist with installation, minor upgrades, and adaptations.
• Conduct systematic fault finding on equipment.
• Follow safe working practices, operate access equipment and tools safely.
• Maintain accurate records and work flexibly with colleagues.
• Participate in callout/standby rota after qualifying period.
• Coordinate with wards and departments to minimize disruption.
• Undertake training to develop skills and knowledge.
• Perform risk assessments and collaborate with team members.
• Use initiative for decision-making, including out-of-hours work.
• Complete job cards and paperwork diligently.
• Finish tasks within set timeframes and undertake additional tasks as needed.

Additional Skills

• Technical expertise with steam boilers and related systems.
• Problem-solving on water systems and heating issues.
• Planning and input for laundry/lifecycle meetings.

Impact & Complexity

The role involves executing planned and reactive maintenance to ensure statutory and contractual obligations are met, contributing to the effective operation of healthcare estate and extending equipment lifecycle. Duties require competence and collaboration with technical support teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous maintenance experience.
• NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services or equivalent.
• Experience with AHU's, FCU's, LTHW, pumps, pipework, valves, chilled and potable water systems, and water hygiene systems.
• Pipe fitting experience (desirable).
• Experience with PPM & reactive work.
• Authorised Person Mechanical Systems.
• Experience with steam systems (desirable).
• Work on plumbing systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, including 24-25 days annual leave, life cover, employee discounts, gym discounts, cycle schemes, and more.
• Learning opportunities, professional qualifications, and support programs.
• Employee networks and wellbeing programs.

Additional Information

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. No relocation packages are available. Some roles may require Disclosure checks. We support diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds.