Mechanical Engineer

Wates; Enfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property maintenance company is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to manage planned and reactive services in Enfield. You will diagnose and repair mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with regulations and excellent service delivery. The ideal candidate has relevant mechanical qualifications and experience in facilities maintenance. A full UK driving license may be required for mobile roles. This position offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career development

Supportive team culture and access to training

Qualifications

• Experience in building services or facilities maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Full UK driving licence (if mobile role required).

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive mechanical works.
• Diagnose and repair faults in HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Customer service skills

Education

Relevant mechanical qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3, City & Guilds)

Job description

The Vacancy

Mechanical Engineer

Location : Enfield

About the Role

WPS is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our team delivering planned and reactive maintenance services across a diverse property portfolio in Enfield. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-profile public sector contract, supporting essential building services and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive mechanical works.
• Diagnose and repair faults in HVAC, plumbing, and other mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure excellent service delivery.
• Respond to emergency call-outs and support out-of-hours requirements as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Relevant mechanical qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2 / 3, City & Guilds).
• Experience in building services or facilities maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Full UK driving licence (if mobile role required).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career development within Wates Group.
• Supportive team culture and access to training.
• A chance to contribute to the delivery of essential services for Enfield Council.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link : National Security Vetting

Work for Wates

Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment.

We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises :

Thriving places - working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity.

Thriving planet - protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners.

Thriving people - creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care.

We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.

Awards

BEST PROJECT

Inside Housing Development Awards

WINNER

2022 Construction News Awards Winner

GOLD AWARD

Investors in People 2022

GOLD AWARD

Considerate Constructors Schemes (CCS) National Site Awards

TOP 50 EMPLOYERS

2022 Top 50 Employers for Women

WINNER

2022 Working Families Best Practice Awards