Mechanical O&M Engineer - Energy Centre Specialist

Vital Energi; Wigan; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van/ Fuel card

Contributory Company Pension Scheme

Non-contributory death-in-service insu

Employee Assistance Programme

25 Days Holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Onsite gym/wellbeing centre

EV charging points where possible

Job summary

Vital Energi is seeking a Mechanical Plant Room Engineer to join our North West Operations & Maintenance team, responsible for overseeing boilers, CHP units, chillers, pumps and associated plant to ensure safe, efficient operation across energy centres and hospital plant rooms.

You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, monitor performance via BMS/SCADA, record data, and ensure compliance with HVAC and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with mechanical seals, bearings and pressurisation units.
• Full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, operate and maintain mechanical plant equipment (boilers, CHP units, chillers, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, compressors, pipework, etc.).
• Perform planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Monitor system performance, pressure, flow rates and energy efficiency.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical plant systems.
• Carry out corrective repairs or escalate to specialist contractors when required.
• Ensure minimal disruption to building/energy centre operations.
• Use BMS (Building Management Systems) or SCADA systems to monitor plant operation.
• Record and report on system data (temperatures, pressures, energy consumption).
• Ensure all works comply with statutory regulations (HVAC, Gas Safe, water hygiene, LOLER, PUWER, etc.).
• Carry out risk assessments, method statements, and follow health & safety protocols.
• Assist in plant upgrades, refurbishments, and commissioning of new equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inspections, and system performance.
• Complete job sheets, service reports, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Mechanical seals

Bearings

Pressurisation units

Education

City & Guilds qualification or equivalent

Job description

Vital Energi is seeking a Mechanical Plant Room Engineer to join our North West Operations & Maintenance team, responsible for overseeing boilers, CHP units, chillers, pumps and associated plant to ensure safe, efficient operation across energy centres and hospital plant rooms.

You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, monitor performance via BMS/SCADA, record data, and ensure compliance with HVAC and safety regulations.