Multi Skilled Services Engineer - HVAC/Mechanical

Sodexo; Stoke Mandeville; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health & wellbeing app

Flexible working

Job summary

At Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Sodexo is seeking a Multi Skilled Services Engineer - HVAC/Mechanical to keep critical estates running smoothly. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and building services, with a focus on safety and reliability.

You will work a 5-day pattern (Mon-Fri) with 7-week on-call shifts, earn £18.65 per hour and enjoy Sodexo benefits in a permanent, full-time position.

Qualifications

• 5 years engineering experience in healthcare or similar environment.
• Multi-disciplinary maintenance across mechanical, electrical and building services.
• Strong diagnostics, problem solving and technical solution ability.
• Driving licence and ability to work on-call every 7 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, repairs, inspections and testing across building services and engineering systems.
• Maintain and repair hospital infrastructure including electrical systems, generators, HVAC, water systems, boilers, lifts, fire alarms, BMS and building fabric.
• Respond to reactive maintenance and breakdowns to minimise downtime of critical services.
• Undertake multi-skilled duties across mechanical, electrical and general building repair work.
• Diagnose faults from drawings and support installation of new equipment and systems.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Estates team, contractors and service managers.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Education

HNC/HND level education

Tools

HTMs knowledge

PDA systems experience

Job description

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Multi Skilled Services Engineer - HVAC/Mechanical

Job Reference SDX/TP/2361181/163213

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent – Full Time

£18.65 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits

Working Hours:

40

Location:

Closing Date:

30/10/2026

Job Category:

Maintenance and Engineering

UK Healthcare - Frontline

Job Introduction

Multi Skilled Services Engineer - HVAC/Mechanical

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• £18.65 per hour + Sodexo Benefits
• Shift Pattern: 5 out of 7 | Monday- Friday
• Shift times: AM Shift 7:00 - 16:00 | PM Shift 10:00 - 19:00 | On Call 1 in 7 weeks (on call rate applies)
• Parking on site/ Uniform Provided / Sodexo Benefits

Please take the time to read the attached job description

Job Introduction

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

As Multi Skilled Services Engineer - HVAC/Mechanical at Sodexo, we’re looking for someone who keeps things running smoothly—the one who knows how to solve problems, offer expert advice, and ensure the hospital estate operates at its best. As aFacilities Specialist at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, you'll be the go-to expert for technical support and maintenance across equipment, building systems, and utility services.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, repairs, inspections, and testing across a wide range of building services and engineering systems.
• Maintain and repair key hospital infrastructure, including electrical systems, generators, HVAC, water systems, boilers, lifts, fire alarms, BMS, and building fabric.
• Respond to reactive maintenance issues and breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime and continuity of critical services.
• Undertake multi-skilled engineering duties, including mechanical, electrical, and general building repair work.
• Diagnose faults using technical drawings and schematics and support the installation of new equipment and systems.
• Work closely with the Estates team, contractors, and service managers to coordinate maintenance activities and support service delivery.
• Participate in an on-call rota and respond to emergency maintenance situations as required.
• Monitor plant performance, complete maintenance records, and help improve maintenance procedures and operational efficiency.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, Permit to Work, and statutory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to apprentices, trainees, and colleagues while maintaining professional development and up-to-date technical knowledge.

What You Bring:

• Qualified or knowledgeable in Mechanical and Electrical Building Services, with significant (5 years)engineering experience in healthcare or a similar environment.
• Skilled in carrying out multi-disciplinary maintenance activities across mechanical, electrical, and building services.
• Strong ability to diagnose issues, analyse problems, and provide effective technical solutions.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads, work independently, and support the coordination of others.
• Effective communicator with the ability to liaise confidently with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working within a building maintenance environment, including basic supervision of contractors and an understanding of asset lifecycle management.
• Good working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, maintenance procedures, and client-focused service delivery.
• Desirable qualifications and experience include HNC/HND level education, leadership skills, report writing, PDA systems experience, knowledge of HTMs, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Driving licence and ability to work 'on call' every 7 weeks

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.