Mechanical Maintenance Technician

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About Us

Diamond Light Source is the UKs national synchrotron; a huge scientific facility designed to produce very intense beams of X-rays, infrared and ultraviolet light. Our scientists use the light to study a vast range of subject matter, from new medicines and treatments for disease to innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology.

About Us

Diamond Light Source is the UKs national synchrotron; a huge scientific facility designed to produce very intense beams of X-rays, infrared and ultraviolet light. Our scientists use the light to study a vast range of subject matter, from new medicines and treatments for disease to innovative engineering and cutting-edge technology.

About The Role

We now have an opportunity for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician with responsibility for providing both technical support and assisting the team in performing building services and building fabric maintenance.

The Key Duties Of The Position Include

• Mechanical maintenance of Diamond Electrical / Mechanical and Building Services Infrastructure and facilities.
• Assisting with monitoring and testing duties.
• Problem solving and fault diagnosis on all site services, including air conditioning and air handling units, piped gases, hot and cold water systems (including unvented and pressurised systems), MTHW/LTHW systems, Chilled Water, refrigeration, etc.
• Supervision of external contractors, service engineers and suppliers as required.
• Carrying out and assisting with the preparation of safety risk assessments and method statements.
• Participating in Health and Safety and Quality Assurance procedures.
• Some participation in on call arrangements during commissioning and operation.

About You

You should have served a recognised craft Apprenticeship in an Engineering or demonstrate equivalent experience.

You should have experience in some of the following areas:

• HVAC systems.
• Process & Chilled Water systems.
• LTHW/MTHW/Compressed Air systems.
• Drainage/Vacuum Drainage systems.
• Liquid/Gaseous Nitrogen Systems
• Equipment controls and BMS (building management system).
• Quality Control Systems, Work Planning and Safe Systems of work.
• HSE legislation.

Benefits

Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.

To Apply

Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.

The initial closing date for applications is 22nd June 2025, however applications will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis until this vacancy is filled.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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