Lead Mechanical Or HVAC Engineer

HVAC Recruitment; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facilities management company is seeking a Lead Mechanical or HVAC Engineer to deliver maintenance across various mechanical systems. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary plus extensive benefits, including training and employee support programs. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services and strong experience in HVAC systems and plumbing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave increases with service

Pension and life cover

Discounts with major retailers

Gym membership savings

Access to professional training

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical maintenance within building services.
• Hands-on experience with chilled and potable water systems.
• Knowledge of steam systems and pipefitting experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults on equipment quickly and safely.
• Support installations, upgrades, and adaptations.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

HVAC systems knowledge

Plumbing skills

Water hygiene systems knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services

Tools

AHUs

FCUs

LTHW systems

Job description

Overview

Lead Mechanical or HVAC Engineer Location: Healthcare estate environment Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (40 hours per week) Salary & Benefits: Competitive + excellent package

What You'll Do

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults on equipment quickly and safely.
• Support installations, upgrades, and adaptations.
• Work on steam boilers, water systems, and heating plant.
• Liaise with wards/departments to minimise disruption.
• Join the call-out rota (after qualifying period).
• Maintain accurate records and paperwork.
• Work flexibly with other trades and support the wider estates team.

What You'll Bring - Lead Mechanical or HVAC Engineer

• NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services (or equivalent).
• Strong background in mechanical maintenance/HVAC within building services.
• Hands-on experience with AHUs, FCUs, LTHW, pumps, pipework, valves, chilled & potable water systems/Air Conditioning units.
• Knowledge of water hygiene systems.
• Plumbing skills essential; steam systems and pipefitting experience desirable.
• Authorised Person (Mechanical Systems) certification is a bonus.

What's in It for You - Lead Mechanical or HVAC Engineer

• Competitive salary + annual leave that increases with service.
• Pension and life cover.
• Discounts with major retailers + cycle to work scheme.
• Gym membership savings.
• Access to professional training & development.
• Employee wellbeing support, including 24/7 assistance.
• Inclusive networks and a supportive workplace culture.

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