Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Harwell £45,000 Per Annum + Benefits Brief Mechanical Engineer needed for a large facilities management organisation based in Harwell who are looking to employ an experienced and well-rounded Mechanical Engineer that takes pride in their work with an in-depth knowledge of HVAC systems. The successful candidate would desirably have a recognized industry qualification. If you have experience working in a facilities management background that would be a plus! Benefits Salary: £45,000 Per Annum 24 days annual leave increasing to 25 days once 2 years' service is reached (+ public holidays) Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary Employee discount shopping schemes for 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 programs Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme What the role entails: Some of the main duties of the Mechanical Engineer will include: PPM Execution & Documentation: Carry out all Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) as per the maintenance specification and ensure that completion is documented in real time using the PDA, including logging start/wait/stop times, travel times, and detailed comments to evidence completion Paperwork & Reporting: Complete all necessary paperwork related to PPM, reactive maintenance, and breakdowns. Submit it promptly to the contract administrator and ensure supplementary documentation or e-forms are completed as instructed by your line manager Customer Interaction & System Updates: Regularly update the customer's Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) system with real-time progress, including accurate start/wait/stop times and full descriptions of works undertaken. Ensure all follow-on work is communicated appropriately Reactive Tasks & Improvements: Ensure that reactive tasks are completed efficiently and proactively identify areas for improvement. Report and record any plant failures using quotation forms and submit them to your line manager. Ensure these are also recorded within the CAFM system Fault Management: Swiftly address plant faults and defects to ensure plant remains in serviceable order. Perform work in line with delegated authority and the applicable contract, or as authorized by the client On-Call Duties: Participate in an on-call rota for emergency maintenance support. Maintenance Duties: Perform regular maintenance on a variety of systems, including but not limited to: Generator Testing Air Conditioning Systems (VAV, VRV, FCUs) Air Handling Units Pumps & Water Treatment (including Tap Temperature Testing and Outlet Flushing) Building Management Systems Weekly Fire Alarm Testing Heating and Cooling System What experience you need to be the successful Mechanical Engineer: Recognised industry qualifications Availability required for participation in an after-hours standby rotation Previous experience in undertaking a similar role This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website