An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Plant Engineer to join a small Facilities team within the Optoelectronics Research Centre at the University of Southampton. You will join the ORC as a Mechanical Plant Engineer to assist with planned and reactive maintenance tasks within Mountbatten building - which is a highly serviced, technical and complex building housing cleanrooms and optical laboratories.
- Job Description and Person Specification
The main duties will be ensuring that the cleanroom complex and optical labs are kept at optimal environmental working conditions via air handlers, water plants and various other mechanical supply systems. As part of the Facilities team, you will be central to the control of contractors, and along with the Engineering Supervisor you will be heavily involved with compliance of systems and audit trails for legislative compliance.
You will be an integral part of the On-Call rota and will be assigned (paid) overtime on a rota system and scheduled to cover after the completion of a comprehensive induction, and demonstration of competence.
It is essential you have experience of maintaining complex mechanical building systems and it would be an advantage if you hold an electrical qualification (although cross skill training will be given). The successful candidate must also have a good level of computer literacy with very good written and spoken English skills.
Training will be provided to the right candidate.
As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.
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Mechanical and Electrical Plant Engineer in Southampton employer: University of Southampton - School of Physics & Astronomy
As an Infrastructure Support Officer at our university, you will join a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee well-being. With generous holiday allowances and a commitment to flexible working, we ensure that our staff can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for all. This role offers the unique opportunity to engage with high-profile dignitaries and senior executives, making it a rewarding position within a respected institution.
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University of Southampton - School of Physics & Astronomy Recruitment Team
