Mechanical Engineer

HAMILTON ROWE RECRUITMENT SERVICES LTD; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services provider is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Taunton. This role involves diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues, maintaining HVAC systems, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, be fully qualified in a Mechanical Engineering discipline, and possess strong client-facing skills. This position offers competitive annual salary, with benefits including 25 days annual leave and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Further training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a mechanical engineering role.
• Apprenticeship-trained is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and Reactive Maintenance.
• Service and maintain AHUs, FCUs, and pumps.
• Conduct water treatment tasks and monitor chilled water systems.

Skills

Diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues

Client-facing skills

General plumbing skills

Education

Fully qualified in a Mechanical Engineering discipline

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Taunton

£36,000

We’re excited to be recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our client’s dynamic team on a prestigious site in Taunton! This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading building services provider, gain valuable experience, and progress your career within a supportive environment. Travel expenses will be fully covered.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be responsible for diagnosing and resolving issues on mechanical systems, supporting electrical operations, ensuring full statutory compliance, and delivering high-quality building maintenance services. This is a static position, working Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM (Planned Preventative Maintenance) and Reactive Maintenance
• Service and maintain AHUs, FCUs, pumps (bearings, seals), and heat exchangers
• Conduct water treatment tasks (tap tests, dosing, cooling tower checks, etc.)
• Work on chilled water systems, heat interface units, and cooling towers
• Monitor tap temperatures, pressurisation units, and generators
• Operate and monitor BMS systems
• Perform general plumbing duties
• Liaise with and manage subcontractors, including issuing RAMS and escorting as required
• Support motors and other mechanical assets as needed

Requirements

• Fully qualified in a Mechanical Engineering discipline (HVAC, Plumbing, etc.) – City & Guilds, EAL, NVQ, or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a mechanical engineering role within commercial or high-end residential properties
• Client-facing and professional attitude
• Apprenticeship-trained desirable

Must live within commutable distance to Fulham, West London

Package & Benefits

• £36,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Overtime opportunities
• Further training and development
• Internal career progression opportunities