Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer

Equans UK & Ireland; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days annual leave

Life Cover 1.5x annual salary

Cycle to work scheme

Learning opportunities and training

Job summary

EQUANS is seeking a Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer for its Mobile Technical Services contract covering the North-West. The role is permanent and full-time, with a 40-hour week, overtime available, and an on-call rota (1 in 3 weeks).

A company van and benefits package are provided, with work based across multiple sites and flexible location within the region. The engineer will perform PPM tasks, reactive maintenance, and fault diagnosis on AC installations, updating CAFM systems in real time,

Qualifications

• Fluent English written and spoken.
• Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised.
• Physically fit and able to work in varied site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, preventive, and reactive work on mobile AC installations and log in real time using PDA/CAFM systems.
• Attend breakdowns and outages; contribute to safety documents and site risk assessments (POWRA) before work.
• Coordinate with client representatives, subcontractors, and contract administrator to ensure timely completion and documentation.

Skills

Fluent English

Self-motivated

Physically fit

Education

Trade qualification in AC engineering

Recognised industry qualification

Tools

MEWP Licence

Job description

EQUANS are looking for a Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer for our Mobile Technical Services contract. This will be covering a variety of contracts across the North-West, we’re flexible with regards to where the candidate will be based. This role would be a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week – overtime is also available. On offer is a competitive salary, company van and benefits package. There will also be an on-call rota (1 in 3 weeks).

General Overview

• Ensure all PPM is carried out in accordance with the maintenance specification and documented in real time using the PDA to log start/wait/stop completion and travel times with appropriate comments to evidence completion of work.
• Ensure that all relevant paperwork is completed regarding PPM, reactive and breakdown works and that it is passed without delay to the contract administrator. Complete supplementary documentation / E-Forms relating to the maintenance task as dictated by your line manager.
• Update customers CAFM system in real time with start/wait/stop completion times and provide full description of works undertaken, advising of any follow-on works required.
• Ensure reactive tasks throughout the sites are completed and be proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made. Identify and record all plant failures using quotation forms and issue to line manager. This is to be indicated and recorded within the CAFM system.
• Ensure that plant faults and defects are swiftly remedied to maintain plant in serviceable order. In accordance with the delegated authority with the applicable contract or authorised by the client.
• Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out both maintenance and reactive works. To provide parts lists and estimated timescales to carry out remedial works.
• Undertake Point of Work Risk Assessment (POWRA) prior to starting work evidencing it is safe to proceed. Note any safety concerns using the AIMS system
• Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared and used for all tasks undertaken to ensure safe working practices at all times.
• Ensure the provision of a Safe and Healthy working environment. To always include the wearing of uniform and PPE.
• To operate a Permit to Work System in accordance with Equans Technical and SHEQ processes and client requirements (or approved client system).
• Undertake mandatory training and skill related training as required by the business.
• To develop a good working relationship with all members of Equans Staff, Sub-Contractors and the Client representatives.
• Ensure the professional image of Equans is always presented to Clients
• Ensure that all plant rooms under the responsibility of Equans are kept in a clean and tidy condition.
• Supervising and monitoring of sub-contractors works whilst they are on site undertaking maintenance.
• Ensure an awareness and compliance to the contractual KPI's/SLA's.
• To attend site in response to breakdowns or failures of the equipment outside of normal working hours (call outs). Take part in the regional on-call rota.
• There will be a requirement to work out of hours to fulfil our maintenance commitments of our customers.
• Undertake regular audits of vehicle / tools to ensure they are in safe working order, including all test equipment is in date

Impact:

As Equans representative and first point of contact with the Client, the importance of this role cannot be overestimated.

It is essential that all works are carried in a cost effective, timely manner, maximising revenue, where possible.

Complexity:

• Maintenance and repair of AC Installations
• Excellent fault finding and diagnosis skills a must.
• Carry out Installation work and complete appropriate Certification
• Operation and interrogation of BMS
• Basic knowledge in building fabric repairs

Qualifications or Required Experience:

• A recognised industry qualification will be required, and previous experience is essential.
• Trade qualified AC Engineer with appropriate post apprenticeship experience desirable.
• Must have a full clean drivers’ licence.
• Asbestos awareness (preferable but not essential)
• MEWP Licence (preferable but not essential)
• First aid trained (preferable but not essential)
• Able to deal diplomatically with the client’s demanding personnel
• Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised
• Physically fit
• Fluent in English both written and oral.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 timesannual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we?

EQUANSis a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

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What's next?

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. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young ProfessionalsNetwork) and our Disability Network.

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 supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers