Mechanical Ventilation Engineer

Equans UK & Ireland

Smethwick

On-site

GBP 31,500 - 38,500

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Learning opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A sustainable facilities management provider in Smethwick is looking for a Mechanical Ventilation Engineer to maintain ventilation systems, perform diagnostic repairs, and conduct preventative maintenance. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £35,000 and benefits including 24 days annual leave, gym discounts, and life cover. The ideal candidate has HVAC experience and a relevant engineering apprenticeship.

Qualifications

Previously worked within a maintenance environment.
Good knowledge of complex mechanical systems including ventilation and pumps.
Prepared to work a flexible shift system including nights.

Responsibilities

Assist in the maintenance of ventilation systems.
Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks.
Respond to reactive jobs for diagnostic and repair work.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

HVAC experience

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in engineering discipline to City & Guilds level

Job description

Equans is looking for a Mechanical Ventilation Engineer to join our team based at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital in Smethwick on a permanent basis. This is a full‑time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a salary of £35,000 per annum and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

Assist the Assistant Technical Services Manager who holds the ventilation appointed persons position
Responsible for the maintenance of the ventilation system within the hospital
Responsible for the maintenance of each air handling unit which involves the monthly inspections and quarterly cleans
Cleaning of the grills/louvers site wide and also any other mechanical plantroom tasks that management deem a requirement
As some of the air handling units feed various sensitive departments such as operating theatres, out of hours working will be involved
Undertake a proactive role in responding to reactive jobs to complete diagnostic, fault finding and repair to complex mechanical systems in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures and in compliance with legislation and guidance
Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks to services across site on various aspects of the building services in accordance with the PPM programme and personal competence and training

What can we offer you?

On offer is a salary of £35,000 per annum and benefits package, which includes;

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
Gym membership discounts
Free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
2 corporate social responsibility days per year
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
Access to our growing employee networks
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

Previously worked within a maintenance environment
Good knowledge and understand of a range of complex mechanical systems including but not limited to ventilation, pumps, compressors, boilers, medical gases, heating systems, domestic hot and cold-water systems
Recognised apprenticeship in relevant engineering discipline to City & Guilds level
Previous Competent Person experience involving but not limited to HVAC
Prepared to work a flexible shift system including nights
Possess a current valid driving licence (Desirable)
Previously worked within a healthcare maintenance environment (Desirable)
Previous Authorised Person experience involving but not limited to HVAC (Desirable)

This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting‑edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world. Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

Our ambition

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus. We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers’ needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re‑location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.

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