Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Robertson Group; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing high-quality maintenance services, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and supporting the operational objectives of the client. You will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing a diverse range of mechanical systems, including HVAC and plumbing. The company prides itself on its commitment to safety and excellence, offering a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Private pension

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Rewards platform for discounts

Annual flu vaccine

Free Health & Wellbeing advice

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical, Electrical, or HVAC.
• Experience in fault diagnostics and PPM on HVAC and plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain facilities to contract performance standards.
• Conduct planned and responsive maintenance work.
• Ensure safe operation of all equipment and tools.

Skills

Fault diagnostics

PPM (Planned Preventive Maintenance)

Minor plumbing works

Health & Safety regulations

Education

NVQ Level 3 trade qualification

Health & Safety Certificate

Tools

BMS systems

HVAC systems

Pressure vessels

Job description

Overview

Safety, Knowledge, Initiative. We see more than building maintenance.

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Location: University Hospital North Durham

Working Hours: 38.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Shifts: Early shift starting 6am, Late shift finishing 8pm - Alternating weeks

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Job title: Internally known as Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Relationships. Results. Success. At Robertson Facilities Management, we see them our way. We’re professional enough to make every collaboration count. Driven enough to deliver the very best service to everyone we work with. Friendly enough to make sure any environment we manage is as enjoyable as it is safe.

Your new role

About the role:

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will work as part of a flexible team with continuing responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive, high quality hard FM service across the site. You will act as an Authorised Person / Responsible Officer in relation to specific maintenance responsibilities. You will ensure all maintenance tasks assigned to you are completed to approved statutory standards. The post holder will be responsible for technical fault finding, diagnosis and repair on a wide range of engineering plant and equipment, e.g., heat generation, low pressure, heating systems, hot and cold-water services, drainage, air-conditioning etc.

Your key responsibilities include:

• To ensure that the Facilities are maintained to the levels specified in the Performance Standards of the contract
• To undertake planned, responsive, and cyclical maintenance work as per the agreed programme
• To undertake maintenance duties in such a manner as to support the objectives of the client and with respect for the dignity and privacy of the client teams
• To ensure the safe operation of all plant, equipment, and tools
• To operate at all times with safe working practices with due regard to Health and Safety Regulations, COSHH, Control of Infection, Waste Disposal etc in accordance with legislative requirements and policies and procedures of RFM.
• To maintain asset histories, maintenance records and helpdesk reports, informing the RFM Mechanical Engineering Manager or sub-contractors of any follow up action that may be

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Minimum Industry recognised NVQ Level 3 trade qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, etc)
• Knowledge and experience in carrying out PPM, fault diagnostics and rectification on AHUs, pumps, pressure vessels, heating and cooling systems, hot and cold-water systems, and an understanding of BMS systems
• ACOP Control of Legionella L8 / HSG274 trained
• Experience as the Competent Person (CP) for HVAC, Pressure Systems, Medical Gas and Water disciplines within a Healthcare Environment.
• Ability to work with multi-technology systems to effectively deliver PPM and Reactive tasks
• Ability to carry out minor plumbing works
• Health & Safety Certificate

The successful candidate will require an Enhanced DBS Check prior to starting in the job.

Who we’re looking for:

People are at the heart of everything we do and achieve at Robertson. To fit right into the team you’ll be friendly, professional and care about the job you do; listen to customers and work with your colleagues to support them as a team; follow procedures that keep you and our customers safe and help us maintain high standards; share our pride in making a real difference.

What's in it for me

Working the Robertson Way

Joining us isn’t just about seeing things our way. It’s also about working the Robertson Way too, by bringing our 5 guiding principles to life.

What’s in it for you?

In addition to a competitive annual salary, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits including:

• 33 days annual leave
• Private pension
• Life assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Rewards platform for discounts with retailers, supermarkets, restaurants and more
• Annual flu vaccine
• Free Health & Wellbeing advice

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. We’re a company with strong family values and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. That’s why we’re working to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can feel welcome, included, and where we can all be our authentic selves.

Apply now

If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you.