Mechanical Engineer

Job Introduction

• 40 Hours / Monday to Friday / 7am till 3:30pm
• £23.07 per hour
• Uniform & Tools provided
• Will need own vehicle to cover call out
• Holidays
• Location:
  
  Queen Mary's Hospital

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across a wide range of mechanical building services systems.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mechanical plant and equipment safely, efficiently and in line with site procedures.
• Heating systems and boilers
• Domestic hot and cold water services
• Pumps, valves and pressurisation units
• Air handling units and ventilation systems
• Calorifiers, heat exchangers and water heaters
• Pipework, drainage and sanitary services
• Mechanical distribution and plant room infrastructure
• Support the operation of critical hospital plant to minimise downtime and maintain service continuity.
• Work in accordance with relevant HTM guidance, healthcare engineering standards and statutory compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports and compliance documentation using CAFM systems where applicable.
• Follow permit‑to‑work systems, isolation procedures and safe systems of work to ensure a safe working environment.
• Support audits, inspections, lifecycle replacement programmes and minor project activities.
• Work collaboratively with Estates colleagues, specialist contractors, healthcare staff and site management teams.
• Participate in on‑call and out‑of‑hours support arrangements as required.

• Relevant HTM & Mechanical Qualifications level 3
• Proven experience maintaining mechanical building services systems within a hospital, healthcare, PFI or similarly regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of heating, water, ventilation and associated mechanical plant and infrastructure.
• Understanding of healthcare compliance requirements, HTM guidance and safe systems of work.
• Demonstrated fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and repair mechanical systems effectively.
• Experience working with permit‑to‑work systems, isolations and maintenance management processes.
• Excellent organisational, communication and record‑keeping skills.
• A proactive, safety‑focused approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Desirable qualifications include Legionella awareness, confined space training, IOSH Working Safely and experience with CAFM systems such as Maximo.

• 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

We are committed to being an 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 are a Disability Confident Leader employer. We are committed to changing attitudes toward 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.