Mechanical Engineer – Critical Facilities & Gas Systems

Serco; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 34,932 - 42,695; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across 1,000 retailers

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for HMP Dovegate in Staffordshire. The role involves carrying out routine engineering tasks, maintaining gas systems, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates should have a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, Gas Safe registration, and strong communication skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday, a pension scheme, and extensive health and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent trade‑based qualification.
• Gas Safe registration with experience in commercial and domestic systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine mechanical engineering work and maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and rectify defects on plant and equipment.
• Install new mechanical plant and equipment according to specifications.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Gas Safe registration

Communication skills

Independent work

Customer-focused approach

Education

Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

A facilities management company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for HMP Dovegate in Staffordshire. The role involves carrying out routine engineering tasks, maintaining gas systems, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates should have a mechanical engineering apprenticeship, Gas Safe registration, and strong communication skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday, a pension scheme, and extensive health and wellbeing support.