Maintenance Mechanical Engineer

Manpower UK; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking a Maintenance Mechanical Engineer to join our estates maintenance team, supporting critical building services in a complex environment.

You will perform planned and reactive maintenance on heating, plumbing, water, steam, ventilation and HVAC systems, reading drawings and procedures. On-call and weekend work may be required; a recognised apprenticeship and Level 3 in mechanical trades are preferred.

Qualifications

• Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship.
• City & Guilds Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing Services, or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance, fault finding and repairs.
• Experience working on heating, plumbing, hot and cold water, HVAC, steam and mechanical building services systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair faults on mechanical plant and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and maintenance procedures.
• Good communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Basic IT skills and experience completing maintenance records.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including participation in on-call and weekend working where required.
• Comfortable working at height, in confined spaces and within safety-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and fault-find mechanical building services including heating, plumbing, water, steam, ventilation and HVAC systems.
• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance to ensure plant and equipment operate safely and efficiently.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault finding

HVAC systems

Reading drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

IT basics

Education

Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship

City & Guilds Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering/Plumbing Services

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

HVAC qualification

Knowledge of medical gas systems (Desirable)

Job description

Maintenance Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanical Engineer to join a busy estates maintenance team supporting critical building services within a complex environment.

Essential Criteria

• Recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship.
• City & Guilds Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing Services, or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance, fault finding and repairs.
• Experience working on heating, plumbing, hot and cold water, HVAC, steam and mechanical building services systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair faults on mechanical plant and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and maintenance procedures.
• Good communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Basic IT skills and experience completing maintenance records.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including participation in on-call and weekend working where required.
• Comfortable working at height, in confined spaces and within safety-critical environments.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience within healthcare, facilities management, manufacturing, education, utilities, or other highly regulated environments.
• HNC in Mechanical Engineering.
• HVAC qualification.
• Knowledge of medical gas systems, water systems, ventilation systems and decontamination equipment.

Suitable Backgrounds

• Maintenance Mechanical Engineer
• Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
• Mechanical Fitter
• HVAC Engineer
• Maintenance Plumber
• Building Services Engineer
• Facilities Maintenance Engineer
• Site Services Engineer
• M&E Technician
• Mechanical Technician

Role Summary

Responsible for the maintenance, repair, installation and fault finding of critical mechanical building services including heating, plumbing, water, steam, ventilation and HVAC systems. You\'ll deliver both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring plant and equipment operate safely, efficiently and in compliance with relevant standards. Participation in an on-call rota and occasional weekend working may be required.

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