Mechanical Engineer

HVAC Total FM Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building maintenance seeks a Mechanical Electrical Engineer to undertake crucial operational tasks in a commercial environment in Leeds. The successful candidate will focus on maintenance and diagnostics of HVAC systems, ensuring safety and compliance, while supporting their facilities team in a dynamic work setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in commercial building maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with PPM to BESA SFG20 standard.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance.
• Ensure compliance checks, equipment testing, and supervise subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with statutory regulations.

Skills

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Communication

Health and safety awareness

Education

Electrical qualifications (18th Edition preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Electrical Engineer
Location: Leeds
Hours: 40 per week (Mon–Fri, 8am–4:30pm)
Salary: Based on experience

A position is open for a Mechanical Electrical Engineer to work within a commercial building environment in Leeds. This role involves carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, and system diagnostics across key building services.

The Mechanical Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of HVAC systems, electrical infrastructure, water distribution, and Building Management Systems (BMS). Tasks include fault finding, compliance checks, equipment testing, and supervising subcontractors on-site.

Key requirements for the Mechanical Electrical Engineer include:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in commercial building maintenance

• Electrical qualifications (18th Edition preferred)

• Strong mechanical fault diagnosis skills

• Familiarity with PPM (to BESA SFG20 standard)

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Good communication skills and awareness of health and safety regulations

The Mechanical Electrical Engineer will also ensure accurate record-keeping, compliance with statutory regulations, and a commitment to continuous service improvement. Work must be carried out professionally and safely at all times.

This opportunity suits a proactive Mechanical Electrical Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, technically varied role and is confident working independently or as part of a wider facilities team.