Mechanical Engineer

Gateshead Council; Whickham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Whickham seeks a Mechanical Engineer to manage minor mechanical works, provide estimates, and support maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, along with relevant qualifications like an NVQ Level 3 in Heating/Plumbing. The position offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, alongside excellent employee benefits, including generous leave and health support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Outstanding pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible working hours

Hybrid & flexible working

Learning & development opportunities

Health & wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Exclusive discounts & salary sacrifice options

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems required.
• Strong initiative and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to manage contractors and ensure health and safety on site.

Responsibilities

• Provide budgets/estimates and fixed price quotes to clients.
• Support clients with technical assistance across various systems.
• Assist in delivering a cyclical maintenance programme.

Skills

mechanical systems

plumbing systems

HVAC systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heating/Plumbing

City & Guilds Craft Certificate

Job description

As a Mechanical Engineer you'll provide budgets/estimates and fixed price quotations to clients for minor mechanical/plumbing works. You will also put together small minor works designs and provide pre-construction information as well as assisting in delivering a mechanical cyclical maintenance programme. You'll bring specific experience in mechanical, plumbing and HVAC systems and hold an NVQ Level 3 certificate in Heating/Plumbing or an equivalent City & Guilds Craft Certificate.

Working within the Building Maintenance Section to prepare estimates, tenders, produce minor works designs and carry out contract administration of mechanical schemes in schools, public building and housing properties. Support clients and customers with mechanical technical support across a range of systems and buildings.

The role also includes providing technical support to clients and supporting the inhouse operational team with planned and reactive maintenance. You will be part of a team assisting in the delivery of a high quality, customer influenced cyclical, repairs and maintenance and installation service. You'll also procure and manage contractors and be responsible for health and safety on site, working on your own initiative and as part of a team carrying out works in Schools, Public Buildings and Housing properties all within the Council's property portfolio.

We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.

At Gateshead Council you'd be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexitime and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we're confident that it isn't just the salary that attracts our staff.

About the Team

Our construction services colleagues have significant responsibility for the ongoing maintenance of one of the region's largest property portfolios. With work spanning responsive and planned repairs, cyclical maintenance and emergency out of hours repairs, fire and building safety, disabled adaptations, asset improvement, stores, purchasing and waste, call handling and customer support, this is a high-performing team operating on the front line with a truly vital role to play in ensuring safe living and working conditions for residents and employees of Gateshead.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don't just offer a great salary - we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
• Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
• Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
• Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
• Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services - plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases.