Mechanical Engineering Technician

Sodexo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing app access

Discounts on high street brands

Salary finance tools

Retirement savings plan

Protective uniform provided

Learning & development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working

Competitive pay

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to support hospital maintenance, delivering comprehensive mechanical and electrical services to ensure safety, reliability and efficiency of critical infrastructure. You will engage in planned and emergency maintenance, operating with HTMs, Trust policies, and permit-to-work systems, and participate in the on-call rota to protect patients and assets.

NHS experience and hands-on welding, pipework, pumps and heat exchangers knowledge are

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 qualification is required.
• NHS or healthcare facilities experience is desirable.
• Experience using SharePoint and Maximo CAFM.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Aptitude for problem solving using a logical approach.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical and electrical maintenance services to hospital infrastructure.
• Carry out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Investigate breakdowns, identify root causes, and implement remedial actions.
• Operate in line with HTMs, Trust policies, health & safety regulations, and permit to work systems.
• Participate in on-call rota to support emergency situations and protect patients and assets.
• Fabricate, install, commission steel and copper pipework for infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical advice and ensure safety standards during maintenance work.

Skills

Welding techniques

Mechanical maintenance

Pipework installation

Pumps & heat exchangers

Education

NVQ Level 3

Tools

SharePoint

Maximo CAFM

Job description

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.

• 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

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 to being an 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.

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