Mechanical Engineer Nottingham

Thorn Baker Facilities Management; Hucknall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company in Hucknall is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer for a temporary position in a healthcare environment. The role involves maintaining and supporting critical clinical areas, particularly focused on HVAC and medical gas systems. This position offers £19 per hour with weekday hours and the potential for a permanent role. Candidates should possess strong mechanical skills and experience in building services. Join a dedicated team ensuring the safe operation of essential equipment.

Benefits

£19 per hour

Daytime hours with no weekend work

Potential for permanent role

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of building services systems including HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical plant.
• Strong problem-solving skills with proactive, reliable work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on HVAC, boilers, and chillers.
• Support the operation of medical gas systems.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and perform repairs as needed.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Strong problem-solving skills

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare Environment

Salary: £19 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 15:30

Job Type: Temporary (3 months) - potential to go permanent

Location: Nottingham, NG7

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Estates & Facilities team within a healthcare environment. This role focuses on the safe and efficient operation of building services that support critical clinical areas. Ideal for candidates with strong mechanical skills and an interest in progressing to a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on HVAC, boilers, chillers, steam and water systems.
• Support the operation and upkeep of medical gas systems.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and perform corrective repairs.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare safety and engineering standards.
• Work alongside clinical and facilities teams to maintain a safe and efficient environment.
• Assist with minor projects, upgrades and installation work.

Requirements

• Mechanical engineering experience (healthcare experience preferred).
• Knowledge of building services systems (HVAC, plumbing, mechanical plant).
• Ability to read technical drawings and complete maintenance records.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, reliable working approach.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday, 07:00-15:00.

What We Offer

• £19 per hour (weekly pay).
• Daytime hours with no weekend work.
• 3-month temp role with potential to become permanent.
• Opportunity to work within a respected healthcarefacility