Mechanical Engineer (Healthcare)

Professional Personnel Management Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join the team at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. The role involves performing routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections of mechanical systems to ensure high-quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have an NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services and a background in healthcare maintenance. Flexibility and effective problem-solving skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, ideally in a healthcare setting.
• Hands-on experience with DHW, LPHW, CHW systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems.
• Respond to breakdowns and perform thorough fault finding.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Participate in the Engineer on-call rota.

Skills

Experience in healthcare maintenance

Hands-on experience in mechanical systems

Problem-solving skills

Customer service focus

Ability to work in a team

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services

Job description

Overview

Contract position: 3 months

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Worcestershire Royal Hospital

Reports To: Technical Services Manager

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (with participation in on-call rota)

About the Role: Are you a skilled Maintenance Engineer with a passion for delivering high-quality service in the healthcare sector? We're looking for someone to join our dedicated team at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, where you will play a key role in maintaining, repairing, and inspecting mechanical building services. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment and is committed to ensuring the smooth operation of essential mechanical systems.

As a Maintenance Engineer with Equans, you'll be responsible for:

• Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM): Conducting routine maintenance on mechanical and associated building services to ensure systems run smoothly and efficiently.
• Repairs and Fault Finding: Responding quickly to breakdowns and conducting thorough fault finding to identify and resolve issues safely and efficiently.
• Installation & Upgrades: Assisting in minor upgrades and adaptations to existing systems, contributing to the improvement of facilities.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with statutory and company health & safety guidelines, including using the correct personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Collaboration & Customer Focus: Working closely with colleagues and departments to minimize disruption while ensuring high standards of service delivery across the estate.
• Flexibility & Initiative: Taking part in the Engineer on-call rota and responding effectively to out-of-hours needs, while making proactive decisions when necessary.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: A background in maintenance, ideally within a healthcare or similar environment.
• Technical Skills: NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services (or equivalent) with hands-on experience in mechanical systems, including DHW, LPHW, CHW, and ventilation systems. Previous pipefitting and steam system experience is a plus.
• Collaboration: A team player who can build relationships with customers and colleagues, and contribute positively to team goals.
• Problem Solving: Ability to think critically and offer solutions to improve service efficiency and safety.
• Commitment to Excellence: A passion for providing exceptional customer service and maintaining high standards, even when working independently.

Contact: David @ PPM Recruitment 0121 450 8950