Mechanical Engineering Technician

Sodexo Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health resources

EAP

Wellbeing app

Discounts

Salary finance

Retirement plan

Uniform provided

Learning & development

Cycle to work

Flexible working

Competitive pay

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician at Manchester Central Hospital to maintain essential hospital infrastructure. You will work with a skilled Estates team on planned and emergency maintenance, adhering to HTMs and safety policies, with an on-call rota to protect patients and assets.

The role requires NVQ Level 3, NHS experience, and familiarity with SharePoint and Maximo CAFM. Join a supportive team offering training, protective uniform, and wellbeing benefits.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical and electrical maintenance across hospital infrastructure.
• Perform planned and emergency maintenance activities.
• Operate in line with HTMs and Trust policies, including health and safety and permit to work systems.
• Provide technical advice and respond to emergencies to safeguard patients and assets.
• Work as part of a team to maintain critical equipment and facilities.

Skills

Welding techniques

Mechanical maintenance

Pumps and piping

Root cause analysis

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 3

Tools

SharePoint

Maximo CAFM

Job description

• Mechanical Engineering Technician
• £18.19 to £21.76 Per Hour, Dependant on Experience
• 37.5 Hours Per Week
• Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 15:00 or 08:00 to 16:00
• Location is Manchester Central Hospital, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, with equivalency confirmed via a Statement of Comparability from ENIC where qualifications have been gained out with the UK

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Please take the time to read the attached job description

Join our dedicated Estates Team at Manchester Central Hospital as a Mechanical Engineering Technician and become a vital contributor to maintaining the highest standards of safety, reliability, and efficiency within our hospital environment.

In this key role, you will deliver comprehensive mechanical and electrical maintenance services, ensuring the seamless operation of critical hospital infrastructure. Working collaboratively within a skilled and dynamic team, you will be responsible for both planned and emergency maintenance activities, demonstrating technical expertise and a commitment to excellence. Your role will require you to operate in line with industry best practices, HTMs, and Trust policies, including health and safety, infection control, and permit to work systems. Flexibility and responsiveness are essential, as you will be part of the on call rota, providing vital support during emergency situations to safeguard patients, staff, and hospital assets.

If you are a proactive, detail oriented professional with a passion for maintaining high standards in a challenging environment, this is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a world class healthcare service.

What You’ll Do:

• Evidence of training and expertise in welding techniques and mechanical maintenance
• Experience in setting out, fabricating, installing, and commissioning steel and copper pipework for infrastructure
• Strong understanding of pumps, pressure sets, pressure vessels, and plate heat exchangers.
• Ability to investigate breakdowns, identify root causes, and undertake remedial actions promptly
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, codes of practice, and health and safety regulations affecting engineering works
• Skilled in carrying out statutory, planned preventative, and reactive maintenance of plant and equipment
• Capable of diagnosing, testing, calibrating, and repairing advanced mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems
• Proven ability to provide technical advice, ensure safety standards, and respond effectively to emergencies

What You Bring:

• NVQ Level 3 qualification required
• NHS or healthcare facilities experience
• Previous experience using SharePoint and Maximo CAFM
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Self motivated and able to adapt to changing priorities
• Able to demonstrate an aptitude for problem solving using a logical approach
• Works well in a pressurised environment

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice and personal support)
• Free health and wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of Onsite Food and FM Services, Benefits and Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.