Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Venn Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the East Midlands is seeking a Mechanical HVAC Engineer (Degree Qualified) to oversee HVAC design and project delivery. This role involves managing installation and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates should have strong HVAC engineering experience and a relevant degree. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with an ASAP start and initially a 6-month duration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC engineering within building services or local authority environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, compliance standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Familiarity with ISO 55000 and asset management principles is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead on HVAC design, specification, and project delivery across council buildings.
• Oversee installation and maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.

Skills

HVAC engineering

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Overview

We are currently working with an East Midlands Local Authority, who are seeking a Mechanical HVAC Engineer (Degree Qualified) to lead on HVAC design, compliance, and project delivery across their property portfolio.

Role

Mechanical HVAC Engineer (Degree Qualified)

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 6 Months Initially (potential to go temp-to-perm)

Rate: Hourly (Inside IR35)

Working Arrangement: Hybrid (up to 1 day per week on-site after the first 3 weeks)

Responsibilities

• Lead on HVAC design, specification, and project delivery across council buildings.
• Oversee installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, particularly water hygiene and legionella control.
• Conduct site inspections, review test and commissioning certifications, and sign off completed works.
• Manage lift inspections and ensure safe operation in line with statutory requirements.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Support asset management by updating HVAC-related data in the council’s systems.
• Provide technical advice and contribute to long-term maintenance strategies.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC engineering within building services or local authority environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, compliance standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to manage projects from design through to completion and handover.
• Familiarity with ISO 55000 and asset management principles (desirable).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

How to apply

Please apply with an updated copy of your CV or email it directly to [e-mail].