Mechanical Engineer - Facilities - Great Western Hospital

Serco; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Swindon is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to ensure the safe maintenance of mechanical services at Great Western Hospital. Candidates should have a recognized apprenticeship and expertise in mechanical building services. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical building services.
• BOAS trained, L8 training, and membership of technical bodies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive repairs and planned maintenance.
• Analyze and diagnose faults in equipment.
• Train and develop apprentices and trainees.

Skills

Mechanical building services

Good communication

Customer service skills

Education

Completion of a recognized mechanical apprenticeship

Higher education certificate or Level 3 diploma/certificate

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Mechanical Engineer - Facilities - Great Western Hospital, Swindon

Client: Serco

Location: Swindon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7bbe102aba6e

Job Views: 13

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Great Western Hospital, Wiltshire

Full Time – 37.5 hours per week.

Shift patterns vary between 0 & 8 hours for an 8-hour period.
Salary £, - £, depending on experience (review pending). On call generous allowance plus Serco benefits. AP Duty holder payments.

Serco is recruiting for a Mechanical Technician to join the team at Great Western Hospital. This role will ensure safe and efficient maintenance of the mechanical services and equipment within the hospital, as directed by Estates Supervisors and Management.

Main Responsibilities:

• Carry out reactive repairs, fault finding, servicing, commissioning, and planned maintenance of services, plant, and equipment such as boiler systems, AHU, chiller plant within hospital areas as directed.
• Provide detailed assessments and risk analyses for significant shutdowns and operations to management.
• Plan and schedule major interruptions, maintenance activities, coordinate work, and collaborate with contractors.
• Analyze and diagnose faults in complex, multi-faceted equipment.
• Perform Planned Preventive Maintenance on a wide range of plant and equipment.
• Work in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures, regulations, and best practices.
• Develop and review health & safety systems, work instructions, and practices proactively.
• Work safely and responsibly, ensuring safety of oneself and others.
• Train and develop apprentices and trainees as appropriate.
• Mentor team members.
• Attend work in compliance with the time and attendance system.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Attend work or work beyond usual hours in exceptional circumstances as directed.
• Report unrepaired faults, defects, or spare parts requirements to supervisors.
• Participate in on-site and off-site training.
• Understand how the technician role influences Serco’s GWH contract and the wider company objectives.
• Be prepared to undertake authorized person duties, including pressure systems, Legionella, ventilation, and medical gases (training provided).
• Work shifts covering Monday to Sunday and participate in a shared on-call rota.

Qualifications and Experience Needed:

• Completion of a recognized mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent training program.
• Higher education certificate, Level 3 diploma/certificate, or NVQ.
• Proven experience in a similar environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical building services.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• BOAS trained, L8 training, membership of technical bodies, HTM medical gas, ventilation, and water hygiene training.
• Veteran, ex-service, or military personnel preferred.

Additional features:

• Undertake authorized person duties, with additional pay.
• Participate in on-call rota and multi-skilled roles.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Training and development opportunities, including internal courses, qualifications, and apprenticeships.
• Wellbeing programs, Employee Assistance, healthline, and health plans.
• Discount schemes with various retailers.
• ShareSave scheme for employee share purchases at a discount.
• Employee networks and community support.
• Paid volunteering days and charitable donation options.