Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Hospital Environment
Location: Maryleborne
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Salary: Up to £45,000 + Overtime & Benefits
Callout: None

My client is seeking a reliable and skilled Mechanical Engineer to join the maintenance team at a hospital site . This is a key role in keeping essential building systems operating safely and efficiently within a live healthcare environment.
The successful candidate will bring strong plumbing and mechanical maintenance experience , ideally gained within hospitals or other complex buildings. Knowledge of steam systems would be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on all mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Support the operation of heating, domestic water, ventilation, and steam systems where applicable.
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and hospital standards .
• Work closely with the on-site facilities and engineering teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and update service documentation.
• Identify opportunities for improvements in system performance or reliability.

About You The ideal candidate will be a hands-on engineer with practical mechanical skills and an eye for detail. They’ll be confident working in a live hospital setting where safety, compliance, and reliability come first.

Essential:

• Recognised mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (C&G / NVQ Level 3).
• Strong plumbing and pipework experience.
• Good understanding of HVAC and building services systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with steam systems .
• Previous experience working within a hospital or healthcare environment .

This is a steady, day-shift position with no callout , offering work-life balance and a supportive team culture. The role gives the right engineer the opportunity to use their skills in a respected healthcare setting, where reliability and quality of work make a genuine difference every day.
Jerome White