Mechanical Engineer (AP Pressure Systems)

Salisbury Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to enhance their team in Farnborough. This full-time, site-based role requires a dedicated professional with expertise in pressure systems and building services. You will oversee maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while delivering exceptional service to clients. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and a strong background in HVAC systems and building management. Join a forward-thinking company committed to improving facilities and creating a supportive work environment. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of service provided across numerous sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ level 3 in building services or equivalent qualifications.
• Legionella trained and competent with AP11 qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with AWSL policies and safe working practices.
• Deliver planned preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Manage Permit to Work systems and ensure contractor supervision.

Skills

Building Management Systems (BMS)

HVAC Systems

Permit to Work Management

Customer Service

Risk Assessment

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Legionella (L8) trained

AP11 or equivalent

Tools

MAXIMO

CAFM systems

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Farnborough. This is a static, site-based role requiring full-time presence, so candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance.

As the Authorised Person – Pressure Systems, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient delivery of planned and reactive maintenance, meeting both statutory and contractual SLAs. You will oversee the implementation of AWSL Rules and Policies, including permit control and safety compliance.

While AP11 (or equivalent) is preferred, we are open to candidates without it if they have significant experience and the necessary qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

1. Act as the Authorised Person – Pressure Systems for the contract, ensuring compliance with AWSL policies and safe working practices.
2. Deliver planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and minor works on mechanical and electrical systems.
3. Provide technical support, advice, and guidance to customers and colleagues.
4. Ensure a high standard of service delivery and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
5. Monitor and report on performance to the Area Manager.
6. Ensure safe execution of AWSL works, including those undertaken by service partners.
7. Manage Permit to Work systems, ensuring compliance and contractor supervision.
8. Keep the Maximo system updated via the company-issued tablet, ensuring accurate timekeeping and reporting.
9. Take ownership of the site, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
10. Participate in the on-call rota for out-of-hours call-outs.
11. Ensure strong working knowledge and application of Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.
12. Assess High Risk vs Low Risk Mechanical Systems and produce risk assessments accordingly.
13. Prepare Safety Programmes, Permits to Work, and Statements of Isolations in compliance with safety regulations.

About You

Minimum Qualifications, Certifications and Training required

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent building services qualification
• Legionella (L8) trained and competent
• AP11 or equivalent Authorised Person Mechanical System qualification
• UK Driving Licence

Desirable Qualifications

• City & Guilds BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Apprentice trained in an M&E discipline
• Commercial Gas Qualifications
• Commercial F-Gas Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Experience for this role

• 1 year’s experience in customer-facing outsourcing environment.
• Strong, demonstrable competencies in dealing with building services plant.
• Knowledge and experience operating and adjusting Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Knowledge and experience of working on HVAC systems.
• 2 years previous experience within similar environments, particularly across multi-site and multi-discipline service delivery.
• Background in mobile engineering/property maintenance.
• Experience working with asset/work management systems such as MAXIMO / CAFM systems on smartphones.
• Ability to manage priorities in line with business needs.
• The AP is responsible for overseeing and certifying the isolation of Mechanical Systems, and must be available to oversee work on Mechanical Systems certified as isolated by others, following relevant Safety Rules and Procedures.

About The Company

Atlas Workplace Services was built to be different from faceless organisations in the facilities management industry that often lack a human touch. Our ambition is to make buildings and facilities better for the people who work in them. We do this because we believe buildings are better when cared for by people who care.

We combine our understanding with useful technology and an above-and-beyond attitude from our team on the ground and in support centres. This provides a more personal approach to facilities management and building maintenance services.

We operate across the UK at more than 1,000 sites and over 11 million square feet of premises. Our services include engineering maintenance, security, cleaning, compliance, reception, energy solutions, and more.