Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Job Title - Mechanical Engineer. My client is a global leading provider in facilities management and they are looking for a mechanical engineer to join the team and maintain all the mechanical aspects for one of their prestigious NHS contracts.

The Mechanical Engineer responsibilities include performing planned and reactive maintenance on heating, air-conditioning, and domestic water systems, conducting inspections, diagnosing faults, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and L8 standards for evaporative cooling and domestic water systems. They also support installation and commissioning of new equipment, maintain comprehensive maintenance records, liaise with clients and management, and provide expert technical support for complex mechanical repairs and system upgrades.

• Maintenance & Repairs:
  Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on mechanical plant such as pumps, fan coil units, and air handling units (AHUs).
• Inspections & Diagnoses:
  Perform routine inspections, system tests, and operational checks to ensure optimal performance and identify potential faults.
• Compliance:
  Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental procedures, and maintain domestic water systems to meet L8 standard requirements.
• Installation & Upgrades:
  Provide technical support for minor installation works and equipment upgrades.
• Documentation:
  Prepare method statements and risk assessments and maintain detailed records of completed tasks using handheld devices and software.
• Liaison:
  Collaborate with clients and CBRE management to escalate mechanical risks, provide recommendations, and foster positive working relationships.
• Emergency Support:
  Participate in on-call rotas to provide support for mechanical faults and out-of-hours requests.
• Team Support:
  Mentor and support other engineers to foster a high-performing and collaborative team environment.

• Mechanical Qualifications from a recognised institution (C&Gs / NVQ).
• Experience working within a critical or similar environment.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Advanced technical skills in maintaining a variety of mechanical plant and systems.
• Problem-Solving:
  Ability to diagnose and swiftly remedy plant faults and defects.
• Record-Keeping:
  Competence in using software and handheld devices to log faults and update job status.
• Communication:
  Ability to liaise effectively with clients and colleagues.