Maintenance, Engineer, or Craftsperson

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences. Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer looking for a rewarding role in a healthcare environment? Join the estates team at Wythenshawe Hospital, where you’ll play a crucial part in maintaining essential systems that keep the facility running smoothly. If you have a strong background in mechanical maintenance and a passion for problem-solving, we’d love to hear from you!

The Wythenshawe Estates Team delivers a wide range of estate and property management services across multiple hospital sites. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical HVAC / Multi-Skilled Engineer to join our team and support the delivery of Hard FM services across our estate. As a Wythenshawe Estates Tradesperson, you will play a key role in maintaining the Trust’s buildings, plant, and infrastructure safely, efficiently, and in line with statutory requirements and NHS Trust policies. You’ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working alongside healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality maintenance and compliance services.

Your work will involve a combination of planned and reactive maintenance, delivered both by in-house teams and external contractors. With multiple sites and varying service users, no two days will be the same - if you’re looking for a role with variety and purpose, this could be the perfect fit. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do:

• Perform reactive and pro-active Mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installations on heating, ventilation, chilled water, and BMS systems.
• Conduct fault-finding diagnostics to ensure optimal system performance.
• Work safely under mechanical permit systems and adhere to health & safety regulations.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and statutory inspections.
• Collaborate with the wider team to ensure fast and efficient responses to breakdowns.
• Participate in the on-call roster to provide essential support.
• Work with tools, access equipment, and occasionally drive company vehicles as required.

What you bring:

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter in a similar role.
• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of heating, ventilation, and building energy management systems.
• Ability to diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations, including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What we offer:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo.
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, critical healthcare environment where your skills will directly impact patient care and hospital operations. We offer competitive benefits, phenomenal career development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. You bring the skills. We’ll bring the opportunities.