Ventilation/Mechanical Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Ventilation/Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Southampton. This full-time role involves performing planned maintenance and fault diagnosis on ventilation and mechanical equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience and a strong understanding of HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical skills. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on personal growth, this role offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to contribute to community-focused projects. Join a team that values diversity and is dedicated to building a sustainable future.

Benefits

Flexible Working Policy

Attractive Salary

Personal Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as a ventilation/mechanical engineer.
• Knowledge of H&S regulations and risk assessments.
• Self-motivated with basic electrical and plumbing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and complete reports.
• Supervise subcontractors and ensure safe work execution.
• Identify and order spare parts, monitor stock.

Skills

Ventilation Equipment Maintenance

Fault Diagnosis

Plumbing

Boiler Maintenance

HVAC Knowledge

Electrical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

HVAC Qualifications

Tools

Electrical Drawings

Risk Assessment Tools

Job description

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Ventilation/Mechanical Engineer, Southampton

Client: BAM Construct & Ventures UK

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a420ad25c9e9

Job Views: 6

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Building a sustainable tomorrow

BAM FM is recruiting a Ventilation/Mechanically skilled Engineer to work with site-based staff at University Hospital Southampton. Responsibilities include planned maintenance and fault diagnosis.

This is a full-time role, 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, rotating early/late shifts.

Your mission

• Perform planned preventative maintenance, complete reports.
• Extensive knowledge of ventilation/mechanical equipment maintenance, testing, and fault finding.
• Experience with plumbing, boilers, ventilation, pumps, switchgear, controls, cables, small power, lighting.
• Supervise subcontractors, review risk assessments, ensure safe work execution.
• Read and diagnose faults using electrical drawings and specifications.
• Identify and order spare parts, monitor stock.
• Maintain ventilation/mechanical plant per HTMs and SFG20 standards.
• Complete tasks within contractual deadlines.
• Assist team members, support energy reduction initiatives, undertake AP duties if needed.

Who are we looking for?

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as a ventilation/mechanical engineer in a busy environment.
• HVAC qualifications are advantageous.
• Knowledge of H&S regulations, risk assessments.
• Self-motivated, reliable, with basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills, proactive in identifying issues.

Working rotating shifts: 08:00-16:30 and 13:30-22:00, with on-call support (1 week in 6). Support health and safety, provide general support, cover holidays, and perform other duties as required.

What’s in it for you?

• Challenging environment, attractive salary, benefits, personal growth opportunities.
• Flexible working policy.

Your work environment

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging all to bring their whole selves to work. Join us to contribute to a sustainable future.

Who are we?

We build for communities and future generations, leading towards sustainability. Our values include being sustainable, inclusive, collaborative, reliable, and owning our actions.