Mechanical Craftsperson

EQUANS; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days leave

Life cover 1.5x

Discount shopping

Gym membership

Cycle to work

Holiday purchase

CSR days

Learning opportunities

Referral rewards

Employee networks

EAP & wellbeing app

Job summary

Equans is seeking a Mechanical Craftsperson to join our team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham on a permanent basis. The role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a competitive salary and benefits.

You will perform mechanical craftsperson tasks, maintain services for the NHS Trust, and support in compliance with KPI/contract obligations. A driving licence and DBS clearance are required.

Qualifications

• NVQ or C&G Level 2 Heating/Vent/Plumbing.
• Legionella/TMV/Disinfection awareness and training.
• Water Hygiene Training (Desirable).
• Driving licence.
• DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake duties to maintain services for the NHS Trust and complete paperwork.
• Perform the complete range of Mechanical Craftsperson tasks as directed by management.
• Ensure work complies with EQUANS KPI and contract.
• Knowledge of water/mechanical systems in a healthcare environment and maintenance/testing.
• Knowledge of Legionella and other water pathogens.
• Carry out temperature monitoring, shower head cleaning and disinfection, TMV/AHU servicing, among others.
• Drive the company vehicle as required to meet service needs.
• Participate in the on-call rota.

Skills

Driving licence

Education

NVQ or C&G Level 2 Heating/Vent/Plumbing

Water Hygiene Training

Job description

Equans is looking for a Mechanical Craftsperson to join our team based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham on a permanent basis.

Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week.

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

• Undertake any reasonable duties directed by TSM/Supervisor/Helpdesk to maintain all services to the NHS Trust, and ensure that all associated paperwork is completed in a satisfactory, accurate and prompt manner
• Perform the complete range of Mechanical Craftsperson tasks as required or directed by management
• Carry out all works in compliance with EQUANS KPI’s and contract
• Have a knowledge of water / mechanical systems within a healthcare environment and maintenance / testing activities
• Have a knowledge of Legionella and other water pathogens
• Undertake temperature monitoring, shower head cleaning and disinfection, Tank visual inspections, TMV servicing, AHU servicing, to name a few
• Drive the company vehicle as required to meet the needs of the service
• Take part in on call rota

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

• NVQ or C&G Level 2 Heating/Vent/Plumbing
• Legionella/TMV/Disinfection awareness and training
• Water Hygiene Training (Desirable)
• Driving licence
• This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services.

Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

Our ambition

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees.

This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus. We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards.

We listen, support, and care for one another.

We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way.

These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported.

We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders.

Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK.

Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement.

Agency involvement is not required.

All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.