At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to maintain and repair complex mechanical systems in healthcare settings.
- Company: Equans, a leader in sustainable facilities management and energy services.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 24 days leave, gym discounts, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong employee networks and support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: City and Guilds/NVQ levels 2 and 3 in engineering; maintenance experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 43954 - 53722 £ per year.
Equans is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) in Smethwick and Sandwell General Hospital in West Bromwich. This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.
Responsibilities include:
- Undertake a proactive role in responding to reactive jobs to complete diagnostic, fault finding and repair to complex mechanical systems in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures and in compliance with legislation and guidance.
- Respond to BMS alerts and phone calls during nightshift, acting as the initial point of contact.
- Ensure all records are handed over to the Helpdesk team at the start of their shift to support effective service continuity.
- Obtain Competent Person status following training and instruction for systems such as specialist ventilation system, complex water systems and medical gas installations.
- Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks to services across site on various aspects of the building services in accordance with the PPM programme and personal competence and training.
What can we offer you?
- 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
- Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
- Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
- Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
- Access to our growing employee networks
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
Who are you?
- City and Guilds/NVQ levels 2 and 3 Recognised apprenticeship in relevant engineering discipline to City & Guilds level
- Previously worked within a maintenance environment
- Previous Competent Person/Authorised Person experience including ventilation and/or pressure systems (Desirable)
- Previously worked within a healthcare maintenance environment (Desirable)
- This role includes a DBS Standard check therefore ability to pass is essential.
Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do. Should you join Equans, you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
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