Senior Mechanical Facilities Engineer

Kinetic PLC; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in England is seeking a Senior Mechanical Facilities Engineer to join their team. This role involves coordinating mechanical maintenance and overseeing a small team of engineers, with a hands-on approach transitioning to more managerial duties over time. Candidates should possess a recognized Mechanical qualification, experience in HVAC systems, and strong troubleshooting skills. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience post-apprenticeship in an engineering environment.
• Previous experience in supervisory role/lead engineer.
• Capable of operating in a multi-skilled environment with a high degree of troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning of workload within the facilities Mechanical team.
• Oversee delivery of the Mechanical PPMs and reactive breakdowns.
• Plan and schedule work for direct reports within the Mechanical team.

Skills

Knowledge of HVAC systems

Troubleshooting skills

Computer literacy for site systems

Education

Nationally recognised Apprenticeship or equivalent HNC in a Mechanical discipline

Electrical qualification such as 18th Edition

Job description

Role: Senior Mechanical Facilities Engineer

Salary: £53,217 + callout payments

Location: Commutable from Knutsford, Congleton, Holmes Chapel, Winsford, Northwich, Congleton and all areas of South Manchester

Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am - 4.30pm and Friday 8am - 3.15pm

Overview

Our client, a leading manufacturing company in the Cheshire / South Manchester area, is looking for a Senior Mechanical Facilities Engineer on a permanent basis. The role involves mechanical maintenance of facilities equipment across the manufacturing site. As part of a team of four engineers you will oversee one other mechanical engineer, working approximately 60% hands‑on and 40% office‑based duties. In time, the role will become less hands‑on with excellent progression opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning of workload within the facilities Mechanical team.
• Oversee delivery of the Mechanical PPMs and reactive breakdowns.
• Optimise the operation of facilities site services assets (and ancillary equipment) with technical intervention/support as required, ensuring compliance to schedule, documentation, safety and GMP.
• Plan and schedule work for direct reports (currently one) within the Mechanical team to deliver effective and efficient utilisation of the team.
• Review CMMS/CAFM system to plan and ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner and schedule to maintain compliance of the site.
• Generate monthly reports for ppm and reactive completion.
• Facilitate control of contractors during site visits to ensure adherence to RAMs and site procedures.

Qualifications / Experience Required

• Nationally recognised Apprenticeship, or equivalent HNC in an Mechanical discipline AND an electrical qualification of some sort, such as 18th Edition.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, pumps, motors, pressure switches, steam plant, valves, refrigeration, bearings, etc.
• Computer literacy for site systems.
• 5 years experience post-apprenticeship in an engineering environment/role.
• Previous experience in supervisory role/lead engineer.
• Capable of operating in a multi‑skilled environment with a high degree of troubleshooting skills combined with the ability to make decisions and operate with minimum supervision.

If you feel you are well suited to the Mechanical Facilities Engineer position, please apply with your full updated CV. If suitable for the role in terms of your location & experience, I will contact you within 24 hours to discuss your application further.