Mechanical Facilities Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Mechanical Facilities Engineer in Bolton, focusing on facility maintenance, safety protocols, and general operations. This permanent role offers competitive salary and benefits, ideal for candidates with NEBOSH, mechanical qualifications, and a commitment to service excellence. Interested individuals should apply with their CV for this engaging opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Long-term career opportunities

Qualifications

• Good numeracy and literacy skills required.
• NEBOSH Certificate and Mechanical HNC preferred.
• Training in Fire Warden and First Aid necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Manage access control systems and train security staff.
• Monitor quality of cleaning and decontamination processes.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Customer service

Education

NEBOSH Certificate (General or Fire)

Mechanical HNC

Tools

CAFM systems

AutoCAD

BMS

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Mechanical Facilities Engineer, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Hays

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

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You will be working for a public sector organisation based in Liverpool, dedicated to research and teaching in tropical medicine.

Your new role

• Ensuring the facility is well maintained and high standards of service are delivered by the in-house maintenance team and external contractors.
• Organising reactive maintenance and repair of HVAC, autoclaves, and specialized systems.
• Maintaining and repairing en-suite bathrooms, sinks, and plumbing facilities.
• Performing planned preventive maintenance, inspections, and testing of facilities, plant, equipment, and systems.
• Coordinating with suppliers, contractors, and staff, managing quotations, and obtaining approvals.
• Supporting administrative tasks including updating spreadsheets, maintaining CAFM system data, and analyzing helpdesk requests.

Security and Fire Marshall

• Managing operation and maintenance of access control systems, auditing access cards, and updating the database.
• Training and overseeing security contractors and fire marshalls.
• Assisting with fire risk assessments, audits, warden training, and emergency procedures.
• Managing security protocols including alarm systems, CCTV, and access systems, with working knowledge of BMS, AutoCAD, and CAFM systems.

Cleaning, Decontamination, and Infection Control

• Monitoring cleaning quality through audits and liaising with the housekeeping team.
• Organising specialized cleaning services such as laboratory and high-level cleaning, decontamination, and fumigation.
• Ensuring safe use of hydrogen peroxide vapour generators and proper decontamination procedures.

Inspection and Audit

• Supporting estate condition audits, inspections, and reporting.
• Checking work quality of in-house and contracted teams.

General Responsibilities

• Promoting equality and inclusive practices.
• Performing other duties as appropriate, including being on-call for emergencies, supervising team members, and supporting administrative functions.
• Participating in staff development and training.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• NEBOSH Certificate (General or Fire).
• Fire Warden training and valid First Aid Certificate.
• Customer care training, SIA CCTV license, fire risk assessor certification, Mechanical HNC.

What You'll Get in Return

• Permanent position with a reputable public sector organisation.
• Competitive salary, excellent pension scheme, long-term career opportunities.

Next Steps

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