Job Overview
This is a site-based position covering a high-profile client site in Templecombe, BA8.
Mitie is looking for an experienced and motivated Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team supporting a critical client environment. Working alongside a team of mechanical, electrical and multi-skilled engineers, you will be responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault finding and improvement works across a wide range of mechanical building services systems.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient operation of site infrastructure, including HVAC systems, commercial heating plant, domestic water services, pumps, pipework, controls and associated mechanical assets.
Reporting directly to the M&E Supervisor, you will be expected to work independently when required whilst contributing to a collaborative engineering team focused on delivering exceptional service to the client.
Core working hours are 08:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday; however, flexibility may be required to support operational requirements, shutdown activities and emergency response arrangements.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
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Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on mechanical building services plant and equipment.
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Maintain, service and repair HVAC systems, including air handling units (AHUs), fan coil units (FCUs), ventilation systems, extract systems and associated controls.
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Undertake maintenance and fault diagnosis on commercial heating systems, boilers, pumps, expansion vessels, pressurisation units and associated equipment.
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Carry out repairs and maintenance to domestic and commercial plumbing systems, including sanitaryware, pipework, valves and water distribution systems.
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Inspect, maintain and replace circulation pumps, booster sets and other mechanical plant as required.
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Diagnose mechanical faults and implement effective corrective actions to minimise downtime and disruption.
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Complete mechanical installations, modifications and improvement works to support operational and business requirements.
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Monitor plant performance and proactively identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency and asset lifespan.
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Support statutory inspections and ensure all mechanical systems remain compliant with relevant legislation and standards.
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Complete all maintenance activities in accordance with approved Risk Assessments, Method Statements and Permit-to-Work systems.
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Maintain accurate maintenance records using computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS).
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Liaise with specialist subcontractors and support supervision of works where required.
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Assist the wider engineering team with cross-functional maintenance activities in line with training and competence.
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Participate in standby and call-out arrangements as required.
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Provide excellent customer service and maintain effective communication with site stakeholders throughout all maintenance activities.
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Proactively identify defects, safety concerns and improvement opportunities and report these through the appropriate channels.
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Support site projects, shutdown activities and asset replacement programmes where required.
Health, Safety and Compliance
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Work safely at all times in accordance with Mitie and client health and safety procedures.
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Comply fully with all statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements.
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Follow all Permit-to-Work processes, isolation procedures and safe systems of work.
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Use work equipment, tools and PPE correctly and in accordance with training provided.
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Report hazards, near misses, incidents and unsafe conditions promptly.
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Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with environmental and sustainability requirements.
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Take personal responsibility for maintaining technical competence and health and safety standards.
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Support a positive safety culture and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
What We Are Looking ForEssential
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Recognised mechanical engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship or equivalent).
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Proven experience working in a commercial, industrial or facilities management environment.
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Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical plant, commercial plumbing and building services.
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Experience maintaining pumps, motors, valves, heating systems and associated mechanical infrastructure.
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Ability to fault find, diagnose and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
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Good understanding of statutory compliance requirements relating to mechanical building services.
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Experience working under Permit-to-Work systems and producing or following RAMS.
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Ability to use CAFM/CMMS systems and complete maintenance records accurately.
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Strong customer service and communication skills.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
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Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
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Experience within a critical, manufacturing, defence or high-security environment.
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HVAC qualification or manufacturer training.
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Legionella awareness qualification.
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IPAF, PASMA or other relevant access equipment qualifications.
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Experience supervising contractors and specialist service providers.
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Knowledge of energy efficiency and building optimisation practices.
What Success Looks Like
The successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive and professional approach to maintenance, taking ownership of issues and delivering high-quality repairs first time. They will contribute positively to the engineering team, maintain the highest safety standards and help ensure continued reliability of critical site assets while delivering the exceptional service standards expected by Mitie.
This version will attract actual mechanical engineers rather than general maintenance operatives and better reflects the sort of work Pete, Ian or Andy would be carrying out on a Thales FM contract.
