HVAC and AC Refrigeration Technician / Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Engineer

Sodexo France; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider is hiring Mechanical Fitters and HVAC Technicians in Manchester. This permanent, full-time role involves maintenance of HVAC systems crucial for patient care. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to health and safety. You will engage in various engineering duties, ensuring compliance and responding to emergencies. Join a supportive team and contribute to an environment that matters.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health and wellbeing app

Discounts on high street brands

Retirement savings plan

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in mechanical or HVAC systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks under pressure.
• Experience in statuary checks and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance for HVAC systems.
• Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical systems maintenance

HVAC systems knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Health and Safety understanding

Education

Recognised apprenticeship/trade qualification

NQF Level 3+, ONC/OND, BTEC or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAFM systems

Job description

• Mechanical Fitter • Mechanical Engineering Technician • HVAC Technician • AC and Refrigeration Technician
• Location: Manchester Oxford Road Campus (MFT) and Wythenshawe Hospitals
• Pay: £15.88 - £17.91 (inclusive of weekly RRP where applicable) depending on experience.
• Contract: Permanent, full-time (Mon–Fri) with rota/on‑call participation.

We’re looking for skilled Mechanical and HVAC professionals to join our expanding Hard FM teams across two Manchester healthcare sites. These roles play a vital part in ensuring safe, compliant and reliable building services that directly support patient care.

Whether your background is in mechanical systems, HVAC, air conditioning or refrigeration, you’ll join a collaborative Estates team delivering high-quality maintenance and technical support within a complex clinical environment. You’ll be working with a wide range of systems including heating, chilled water, ventilation, BMS controls, AC/refrigeration plant and associated mechanical infrastructure.

If you want a role with purpose — where your work genuinely matters — this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do:

Across these positions, you’ll be responsible for a mix of planned, reactive and emergency engineering duties, including:

• Delivering PPMs, statutory checks and testing across mechanical, HVAC or AC/refrigeration systems
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective repairs on pumps, motors, chilled water, ventilation, heat exchangers, pressure systems and plant
• Supporting safe system operation through BMS, CAFM and permit‑to‑work procedures
• Completing installation, fabrication or pipework activities where required (role‑dependent)
• Ensuring compliance with HTMs, industry best practice and Sodexo/Trust Health and Safety and Infection Control standards
• Responding to emergencies and prioritising workloads in high‑pressure situations
• Liaising with Estates colleagues, ward teams, contractors and Trust representatives
• Keeping accurate records and asset histories
• Participating in the engineering on‑call rota (depending on role)

What You Bring:

We’re looking for people who have a strong technical background and a commitment to safe, high‑quality engineering. Depending on the role, you’ll bring:

Skills and Experience:

• A recognised apprenticeship/trade qualification in mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration or building services
• NQF Level 3+, ONC/OND, BTEC or equivalent technical training
• Experience maintaining mechanical, ventilation, HVAC or AC/refrigeration systems
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently, manage your workload and stay calm under pressure
• Solid understanding of Health and Safety, risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Good communication and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
• Basic IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, use of CAFM systems)

Desirable:

• NHS or healthcare facilities experience
• F‑Gas certification (for AC/Refrigeration roles)
• Welding/fabrication experience (for Mechanical roles)
• Knowledge of HTMs or critical ventilation systems
• Experience with BMS, BIM or CAFM software

What we offer:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice and personal support)
• Free health and wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits and Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services.

We are committed tobeingan inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.