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Purpose of Job To ensure all environmental conditions are maintained at all times with regard to critical building systems. To supervise the day to day operation of a shift carrying out PPM and reactive works within the contracted site. Engineers must be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge of Air conditioning, UPS, Generators, LV systems, which will include the ability to fault find using the production of graphical information and the utilisation of current alarm data. Key Responsibilities 1. Ensure that routine PPM is carried out on all M&E plant in accordance with Site task schedules and asset lists. 2. Ensure that reactive tasks throughout the building are completed and be proactive in highlighting areas where improvements can be made. These reactive calls to also include concessionary stores and fabric related items. 3. Ensure that sub-contractors perform to meet the requirement of the contract. Administer sub-contractor work approvals and safe operation while repair or service is carried out on site. 4. To operate a Permit to Work System in accordance with OGS Quality, Health & Safety procedures and client requirements. 5. Ensure that plant faults and defects are swiftly remedied to maintain plant in serviceable order at all times. 6. Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out both maintenance and reactive works. To provide parts lists and estimated timescales to carry out remedial works. 7. Ensure that all relevant paperwork is completed regarding reactive and breakdown works and that it is passed without delay to the contract administrator or update CAFM system. 8. Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared, reviewed and used for all tasks undertaken to ensure safe working practices at all times. 9. To develop a good working relationship with all members of OGS staff, subcontractors and the client representatives. 10. Ensure the provision of a Safe and Healthy working environment. To include the wearing of uniform and PPE at all times. 11. Ensure the professional image of OGS is presented to clients at all times 12. Ensure that all plant rooms under the responsibility of OGS are locked at all times and are kept in a clean and tidy condition. 13. Supervising and monitoring of sub-contractors works whilst they are on site undertaking maintenance. 14. Ensure assigned tasks are actioned and completed as appropriate. 15. To ensure tasks as directed are completed with the appropriate H&S awareness/implementation. 16. Ensure an awareness and compliance to the contractual KPI's/SLA's. 17. Ensure Computer Based Maintenance systems, e.g. Maximo, is kept up to date and that PPM and reactive tickets are closed out with accurate data captured. 18. Any other task as directed by the Site management team. 19. Ensure the engineering team on site produce required near miss reports, dynamic risk assessments and detailed records of site activities, and ensuring any non-compliance is challenged and escalated where necessary. 20. To proactively check the operation of the LOTO system in accordance with OGS Quality, Health & Safety procedures and client requirements. 21. Overview the buildings environmental conditions using the BMS System and utilise same to maintain acceptable internal conditions. 22. Ensure Shift Reports are completed to the correct standard. Accountabilities 1. Reporting to the Contract Supervisor or Technical Operations Manager. 2. Working collaboratively as part of the team. 3. This post carries no direct budgetary responsibility. 4. Indirect reporting lines to the Contract Manager. 5. The post holder may have directly reporting staff, i.e. Shift Technicians or day staff. Person Specification Education A good basic education is essential, with good written and spoken English and basic Mathematics skills. Training Formally trained in Electro-Mechanical principles to City and Guilds or the equivalent NVQ and Building Services maintenance. 17th Edition BS7671 City and Guilds Experience (Essential) Experience of maintaining all relevant electrical equipment to clearly defined criteria. Experience of working in building services. HV Authorised Person Desirable A/C experience would be advantageous. Aptitudes Good verbal communication skills, good written English skills. Character Committed to the delivery of excellent customer service. Calm manner, able to work under pressure. Able to make sound decisions when needed. Physically fit and able to carry tools and components by hand up to 20kg. Able to ascend and descend vertical access equipment. Able to work at heights. A team player, able to work with OGS and clients representatives at all levels. Circumstances Must be willing to provide holiday and sickness cover at short notice and be flexible in their working patterns

AIR CONDITIONING INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING ENGINEER / SUPERVISOR LONDON & HOME COUNTIES A mobile Air Conditioning Installation & Commissioning Engineer / Supervisor is required for our client, a leading name within the industry. They are looking to expand their team within the London & Home Counties region. The engineer will be required to oversee and manage large installation & commissioning projects, responsible for a team of engineers. Installation projects will vary in size, but will predominantly VRV, VRF and split systems, predominantly within shopping centres, or off main city centre streets. Once the installation is complete, the engineer will be responsible for commissioning the system before hand over, so commissioning and service experience is a necessity. The role is one which allows for significant growth and development within the business, as they continue to grow and expand. On offer is a very competitive salary, open to negotiation for the right engineer! All of the usual perks including fully expensed van (with private mileage), laptop, tablet and smart phone etc! About Your Recruiter.. I entered the industry in the early 2000's joining Daikin Applied (then McQuay) as an apprentice upon leaving school before progressing into a senior engineering position within the industry. In 2013, I made the crazy decision to recruit for the industry, working with both leading manufacturers and specialist service providers. I know good candidates deserve great roles, and more importantly I realise the value employers place in their staff whilst out there representing their company. I aim to introduce key talent to the Air Con world

Job Title: HVAC Engineer (Central London) Location: Covering the Central London Region (Marble Arch, Oxford Street, Hammersmith, Kensington, Hackney, Stratford, Holloway, Islington Areas) Basic Salary £35,000 + 11% LWA (£3,850) + standby allowance £2,020.98 = total of £40,870.98 Benefits: Company Van, company pension scheme, BUPA (single cover), death in service, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) + overtime (this is paid at time and a half on weekdays and double time on weekends and bank holidays) Hours: 40 hours a week - Monday to Friday On call / Standby: 1 week in every 4 Our client is a Global Facilities Management company and due to a major new contract win with a highly respected national Blue-Chip retailer our client are looking to recruit an HVAC Engineer. For this role our client is looking for an accomplished HVAC Engineer to look after a number of Small / Medium / Large retail stores in Central London and surrounding areas. Key Responsibilities: * Carrying out PPM and reactive HVAC maintenance across a number of small / medium / large retail stores. * You will be the first line in all maintenance throughout your allocated sites. * Ensuring that all technical and compliance paperwork is completed and up to date. * Completing maintenance to the highest standards in an efficient and cost-effective manner, whilst complying with the laid down company Health and Safety Policy * Ability to maintain / repair a range of mechanical equipment, e.g. fans, pumps and compressors to recognized standards * Safe working practices in relation to 3 phase and single-phase electrics and applications * Identify non-repairable faults in plant and machinery and promptly advise the HVAC Supervisor of findings * Carry out surveys and complete reports as required by management Candidates Background & Experience: * Qualified Commercial Gas / Heating Engineer who has experience across multi-sites on the service and maintenance of heating systems. * NVQ Level 3 - Commercial and Industrial Gas, Building Services / Heat & Vent - Essential Requirement * ACS Gas - COCN, CIGA, CORT, ICPN, CDGA, TPCP1, TPCP1A - Essential Requirement * NVQ Level 3 - Air Conditioning & Refrigeration - Essential Requirement * City & Guilds 2079 F-Gas Category 1 - Essential Requirement * City & Guilds 5831 Electrical Safe Isolation - Desirable not essential * City & Guilds 17th or 18th Edition - Desirable not essential * Positive in approach, able to work in a dynamic business environment, but above all be committed to the delivery of outstanding customer service. * Experience of multi-site environment * Dealing directly with customers and on-site management teams * Ability to work at heights, work in confined spaces * A hands-on, can-do and flexible approach to your work * Full Driving Licence and a high degree of mobility to travel throughout the area If you feel these qualities describe you, then we would like to hear from you. Please apply by submitting your CV in the strictest confidence to Daniel Murphy at PDA SEARCH & SELECTION LIMITED

Air Conditioning Supervisor A new Air Conditioning Supervisor is needed for our HVAC and M&E business. The new Supervisor will be expected to work as required, to help build our service coverage in the Midlands & central areas. With growth will consider an Engineer to join in these areas. Supervisor will be assigned chosen contracts to manage and will be required to develop customer relations with client contact. Ideally the candidate will be based in or around the Birmingham, to Rugby, or Northampton, or even Milton Keynes (ie along the M1 corridor) to work across these counties (the work will go down to Euston station in London). A large amount of our work is on railway contracts. Therefore training & competencies will be given for the railway working as this is essential. Sites include signal centres, data centres, maintenance depots, traincare depots, stations, remote relay rooms trackside. The Role: The work includes air conditioning, ventilation and general mechanical. Therefore Air Conditioning Engineers should have practical experience & knowledge of working on machines such as Splits, VRVs, small chillers, AHU's LTHW and chilled. Engineers will be given responsibility to assist the Director in overseeing installations/project works and service operations, ensuring staff are set up and working safely. Quality and attention to detail are the KEY things our business looks for!! The role could suit a Senior Engineer with extra experience looking to make the next step as a Field Supervisor, or an existing Air Con Supervisor looking for a change?! This role requires a MINIMUM of city and guilds NVQ level 2/part 2 in Commercial Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, plus F-GAS. Other competencies like SMSTS, SSSTS, PASMA & IPAF are an advantage. Along with being hands on when necessary, the HVAC Supervisor is required to; Assist management in direct oversight of service department's daily operation. Participate in assigned long-term contracts, programs and projects. Involved in the work delivery department's routine operations by handling repairs/installs and assisting management with administrative duties. Prepare quotations for a variety of work and prepare relevant safety documentation for engineers as required. Develop and maintain effective working relations with Service director and work closely with the service director toward common goals. Work to the company's management and quality systems. Advise on equipment, materials and subcontract resources. Carry out certain tasks with targets to satisfy certain key performance indicators. Supervisor will advise on procedures and identify where change could enhance operational efficiency and productivity. Assist in assigning, training & developing the engineering team. Work closely with the administration team to ensure quotations are prepared and submitted to the clients promptly. Package - We supply a vehicle with fuel card. Minimal personal use, tracked, speed limited. We supply a Samsung galaxy note smart phone for calls and our electronic job system. This role would also provide a laptop. Salary is dependent on the candidate and their experience, paying £35K & above plus overtime. 20 days holiday, plus statutory. Working hours are door to door minus 1.5 hours. (half an hour unpaid each way travel, and half an hour unpaid lunch) minimum day door to door is 9.5 hours. Overtime is paid at time and a half, or double time for nights/bank holidays. Overtime is typically worked by all engineers but our fatigue management policies do not allow us to exceed 12 hour shifts except for emergencies. On call rota is 1 week every 10 weeks approx. This is paid at £125 for the week regardless of any call outs. Minimum call out is x4 hours. All specialist refrigeration tools are supplied, but hand tools are the responsibility of the candidate. Hand tools include thermometer and multimeter with amp clamp. Drugs and alcohol testing plus railway medical would be required before any official job offer given