Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

  • The HireWorks Ltd
  • Dec 18, 2025
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing Bias)

We are seeking a practical, detail-focused Mechanical Engineer with a strong plumbing background to carry out Mechanical PPM across a range of buildings. This role suits someone who has previously worked as a site-based engineer in a customer-facing environment and is confident managing a varied workload.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (Mechanical & HVAC) across multiple buildings

Respond to and resolve reactive maintenance tasks

Support statutory compliance activities where trained (e.g., emergency lighting checks, fire damper inspections)

Work in line with current health and safety legislation and internal policies

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience as a site-based engineer across a multi-building estate

NVQ Level 2 in Plumbing or equivalent

Experience maintaining HVAC systems

Background in compliance maintenance within commercial or public buildings

Understanding of Legionella control, ACOP L8 and water hygiene requirements

Ability to produce accurate compliance documentation

Good attention to detail, organisation, and time management

Comfortable using handheld devices or CAFM systems

Full UK driving licence

Desirable

WRAS approved

Gas Safe Registered

Legionella awareness training (City & Guilds or equivalent)

Experience with TMV maintenance, dead-leg identification and water sampling

CSCS or other relevant safety card

Salary & Benefits

£40,000£45,000 depending on experience (Gas qualifications advantageous)

Mobile phone and tablet provided

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension

Uniform and full PPE supplied

Who Were Looking For
Candidates who have experience working across a portfolio of buildings and who are confident in a customer-facing role. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you havent heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.


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