At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate and maintain steam generation systems, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Company: Located in South Mimms, Hertfordshire, this role supports operational continuity across the estate.
- Benefits: Salary of £58,000 with overtime opportunities and Monday to Friday working hours.
- Other info: Experience in commercial building services or FM environments is preferred.
- Why this job: Join a team focused on maintaining high standards in steam and mechanical plant operations.
- Qualifications: Essential qualifications include NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering and BOAS certification.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 45000 £ per year.
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Location: South Mimms, Hertfordshire
Working Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-17:00
Salary: £58,000
Job Description: To operate, maintain, and repair steam generation and associated mechanical plant systems across the site, ensuring all plant and equipment are maintained safely, efficiently, and in compliance with statutory regulations, procedures, and contractual performance standards. The role supports the delivery of planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, statutory compliance, and operational continuity across the estate.
Key Responsibilities
- Steam & Mechanical Plant Operations
- Operate and monitor steam boilers, calorifiers, pressurisation units, pumps, valves, pipework systems, and associated mechanical plant.
- Carry out daily plant inspections and record operational readings.
- Monitor steam pressures, temperatures, water levels, and plant performance.
- Ensure safe and efficient operation of all steam and heating systems.
- Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
- Carry out planned maintenance in accordance with the Annual Planned Maintenance Schedule.
- Complete maintenance tasks in compliance with manufacturer recommendations, statutory requirements, and good industry practice.
- Replace consumables, minor parts, and materials as required.
- Ensure accurate completion of service sheets, maintenance records, and statutory documentation.
- Reactive Maintenance
- Respond to breakdowns, plant failures, alarms, and emergency callouts.
- Diagnose mechanical and steam system faults efficiently.
- Carry out repairs and minor remedial works.
- Escalate major defects or risks to site management promptly.
- Health, Safety & Compliance
- Comply with: Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR), Health & Safety at Work Act, Permit-to-Work systems, Lock Out / Tag Out procedures, Site rules and safety procedures.
- Ensure all works are carried out safely and without disruption to site operations.
- Participate in risk assessments and safe systems of work.
- Maintain clean and safe plant room conditions.
Qualifications & Experience
- Essential
- NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or equivalent.
- BOAS (Boiler Operation Accreditation Scheme).
- Gas safe registered - CODNCO1 - Commercial catering / direct-fired appliances, CIGA1 - Indirect fired heating appliances, CDGA1 - Direct fired heating appliances, TPCP1 / TPCP1A - Testing and purging commercial pipework.
- Proven experience operating and maintaining commercial steam systems.
- Strong knowledge of boiler plant and pressure systems.
- Knowledge of: PSSR regulations, Safe isolation procedures, Permit-to-Work systems, CAFM Systems.
- Experience within commercial building services or FM environments.
- Desirable but not essential
- IOSH Working Safely or equivalent.
- Water Hygiene / L8 awareness.
- HVAC or BMS experience.
- Commercial plant room experience within healthcare, education, or research facilities.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and reporting ability.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good understanding of statutory compliance.
- Ability to prioritise workloads and respond to emergencies.
Professional and customer-focused approach.
Steam Engineer in London employer: APT Talent Solutions Ltd
This position is based in South Mimms, Hertfordshire, offering a competitive salary of £58,000. The team prioritises safety and compliance, ensuring efficient operation of steam systems across various facilities.
