Multi-Skilled Technician- Mechanical

We are recruiting a Multi‑Skilled Technician to join the team located in Brighton.

The role focuses primarily on mechanical building services, including HVAC and associated plant, while also requiring a basic understanding of electrical systems. You will play a key role in ensuring comfort, safety, and reliability for building occupants through high‑quality maintenance and fault resolution.

This is a Monday‑Friday role (On Call: 1 week in
6).

Location:

Brighton with travel to Burgess Hill.

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on building services plant
• Maintain and fault‑find on mechanical systems including HVAC systems (AHUs, FCUs, VAVs)
• Pumps, motors, and pressurisation units
• Heating and hot water systems
• Chillers and cooling systems
• Monitor and optimise system performance to support energy efficiency and occupant comfort
• Assist with installation and modification of building systems and equipment
• Interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and O&M manuals
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, health & safety standards, and building codes
• Respond to building user issues (e.g. temperature complaints) and resolve effectively
• Accurately complete work orders and log activities via CAFM / CMMS systems
• Support contractors and specialist engineers during planned works and shutdowns
• Work collaboratively with electrical and fabric teams when required

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
• Building Services Engineering
• HVAC / Maintenance Engineering or a completed mechanical or building services apprenticeship
• Proven experience maintaining mechanical building services in a commercial environment
• Strong fault‑finding skills on HVAC and associated plant
• Good understanding of PPM routines and compliance requirements

• Basic electrical knowledge (motors, controls, BMS interaction)
• Experience working with Building Management Systems (BMS)
• F‑Gas qualification (for AC/refrigeration work)
• IOSH / Health & Safety certification
• Experience in high‑end or corporate office environments

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic ability
• Customer‑focused mindset (experience in occupied buildings is key)
• Ability to prioritise and respond to reactive issues quicklyn
• Good communication skills when dealing with occupants and stakeholders
• Organised, proactive, and detail‑oriented

• Ability to carry out physical maintenance tasks (lifting, climbing, access equipment)
• Flexibility to support occasional out‑of‑hours or emergency work
• Driver's license (use of company van for on‑call duties, 1 week in
  6)

• Work in a high‑quality, modern office environment with varied plant and systems
• Be part of a professional facilities team supporting a flagship site
• Opportunities for training in HVAC, BMS, and energy management systems
• A role combining hands‑on mechanical work with customer interaction