Mechanical Maintenance Fitter

Branta Recruitment Ltd; Hexham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Retail discount portal

Sponsored training for additional Qs

Job summary

Branta Recruitment Ltd are recruiting a qualified Static Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to oversee planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and statutory mechanical compliance across a large static site.

You will work in a dedicated FM team maintaining mechanical infrastructure—heating, AHUs, FCUs, pumps, calorifiers, piping, and BMS controls—with a focus on downtime reduction.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or time-served apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Fitting, or Building Services.
• L8 / Water Hygiene Awareness, Asbestos Awareness, and Working at Height (Desirable / Advantageous).
• Active Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to undergo screening prior to start).
• Proven track record in mechanical plant maintenance and fault-finding within commercial building services or large static FM environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled PPMs, mechanical inspections, and servicing routines across commercial building services assets.
• Diagnose, fault-find, and resolve reactive mechanical breakdowns promptly to minimize client downtime.
• Perform pump overhauls, belt/pulley replacements, valve servicing, mechanical seal repairs, and system venting/draining.
• Carry out minor mechanical installation works, pipework alterations, and fitting replacements.
• Manage specialist sub-contractors on-site, issuing PTW and reviewing RAMS.
• Maintain accurate digital records of all works and compliance logs via the site CAFM system.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault-finding

HVAC plant knowledge

BMS controls experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Time-served apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Chillers

Boilers

Pumps

HVAC systems

Piping installations

Job description

We are recruiting a qualified Static Mechanical Maintenance Fitter to oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and statutory mechanical compliance across a large, high-profile commercial static site in [Location].

Working within a dedicated facilities management (FM) team, you will be responsible for maintaining the site's mechanical infrastructure—ranging from primary heating and cooling plant rooms, Air Handling Units (AHUs), and Fan Coil Units (FCUs) to commercial pumps, calorifiers, pipework distribution networks, and building automation controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled PPMs, mechanical inspections, and servicing routines across commercial building services assets.
• Diagnose, fault-find, and resolve reactive mechanical breakdowns promptly to minimize client downtime.
• Perform pump overhauls, belt/pulley replacements, valve servicing, mechanical seal repairs, and system venting/draining.
• Carry out minor mechanical installation works, pipework alterations (press-fit, screwed, flanged, copper/carbon steel), and fitting replacements.
• Manage specialist sub-contractors on-site (e.g., chillers, boilers, water treatment), issuing Permits to Work (PTW) and reviewing RAMS.
• Maintain accurate digital records of all works and compliance logs via the site CAFM system.

Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or time-served apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Fitting, or Building Services (Essential).
• Certifications: L8 / Water Hygiene Awareness, Asbestos Awareness, and Working at Height (Desirable / Advantageous).
• Clearance: Active Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to undergo screening prior to start).
• Experience: Proven track record in mechanical plant maintenance and fault-finding within commercial building services or large static FM environments.
• Competencies: Strong diagnostic fault-finding capability on commercial HVAC plant, AHUs, pumps, heating/chilled water systems, and BMS-linked controls.

What We Offer

• Competitive Package: £38,000 - £42,000 starting salary (depending on qualifications and experience).
• Stability: Dedicated static site position with no regional travel required.
• Benefits: 27 days holiday + Bank Holidays, company pension scheme, life assurance, and retail discount portal.
• Development: Sponsored training for additional qualifications (e.g., IOSH, Water Safety / Legionella Responsible Person, AP Pressure Systems).
• Overtime: Excellent overtime rates for out-of-hours coverage and weekend PPMs.