Shift Mechanical Engineer

Shift Mechanical Engineer

Cambridge — £50,000 + Benefits — Leading UK Facilities Management provider in a pharmaceutical environment with critical building services.

Full Time, Permanent, Continental Shift Pattern.

• 2 Days On / 2 Days Off
• 3 Days On / 3 Days Off
• Rotating shift pattern offering an excellent work‑life balance

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across mechanical and building services systems.
• Maintain and repair HVAC systems, pumps, pipework, pressurised systems, and associated mechanical plant.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective root‑cause analysis to minimise downtime.
• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of critical mechanical infrastructure.
• Complete maintenance records, compliance documentation, and reports accurately.
• Work in line with GMP standards, health & safety regulations, and site procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and energy efficiency.
• Work closely with clients, stakeholders, subcontractors, and the wider engineering team to maintain service excellence.
• Support contractual KPIs and service delivery standards.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, professionalism, and customer service at all times.

• Mechanical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship, or equivalent).
• Experience with in Facilities Management, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Life Sciences or other regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, pumps, pipework, pressurised systems, and mechanical building services.
• Proven experience delivering both planned and reactive maintenance.
• Excellent fault‑finding and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of health & safety and statutory compliance requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, critical environment.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive and customer‑focused approach to service delivery.

• Experience working within GMP-controlled environments.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance requirements.
• Experience using CAFM systems.
• IOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification.
• Experience supporting energy efficiency and continuous improvement projects.
• Experience working on critical infrastructure and business‑critical systems.

• £50,000 salary.
• Opportunity to work on a high‑profile Pharmaceutical contract.
• Permanent position with a leading UK Facilities Management provider.
• Continental Shift Pattern: 2 Days On / 2 Days Off and 3 Days On / 3 Days Off.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Exposure to a highly regulated, technically challenging environment.
• Stable, long‑term contract.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

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