mechanical craftsperson.

• Base Salary: £34,000 (Depending on experience)
• Shift Allowance: 22% of base salary (added on top of the offered rate)
• On-Call: None (This role does not require on-call duties)

The Role
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join a dedicated estates team within a large-scale healthcare facility in Birmingham. You will plan, perform, and manage preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs for complex mechanical systems to ensure continuous site operation. This is a high-pressure, rewarding environment that requires a proactive approach to engineering and a high standard of technical workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and emergency repairs on wide-scale mechanical plant.
• Service and maintain Air Handling Units (AHUs) and Fan Coil Units (FCUs).
• Operate and troubleshoot Boilers, Calorifiers, and associated plantroom equipment.
• Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS) to ensure optimal environmental conditions.
• Ensure all work is compliant with Health & Safety regulations and site-specific safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate digital logs of all works completed during the shift.

Candidate Requirements
We are looking for professionals with a solid foundation in large-scale commercial mechanical maintenance.

Experience & Background:

• Essential: A proven track record in a Commercial FM or Construction environment.
• Preferred: Experience working within a Healthcare/Hospital setting (HTM knowledge is a distinct advantage).
• Note: Candidates with a purely domestic background will not be considered for this role.

Technical Qualifications:

• Level 3 NVQ or City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing, or Heating & Ventilation.
• Formal training in pressurized systems and plantroom safety.
• Strong diagnostic skills across varied HVAC and steam/water systems.

If this opportunity interests you, we'd love to hear from you!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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