HVAC Engineer

OCS Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Manchester is looking for a qualified HVAC engineer to join their maintenance team. This role involves managing heating and cooling systems, supporting contractor management, and ensuring high standards of work while following compliance guidelines. The ideal candidate holds an NVQ level 3 in plumbing heating and ventilation and possesses relevant qualifications. Reliable and professional candidates are encouraged to apply for this full-time position which offers opportunities for development and career progression.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 in plumbing heating and ventilation discipline required.
• F GAS Category 1 qualification is advantageous.
• Professional and punctual demeanor is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain cooling and heating systems following guidelines.
• Support contract management with contractor oversight.
• Complete work to high standards and submit necessary paperwork.
• Assist maintenance team members to ensure operations are maintained.

Skills

HVAC systems management

Health and safety compliance

Customer care understanding

Education

NVQ level 3 in plumbing heating and ventilation

F GAS Category 1 qualification

Job description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award‑winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role:

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday. Shifts will be 6:30am - 3:30pm or 1:30pm - 10:30pm.

We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably skilled HVAC engineer to join the static OCS maintenance team for one of our key clients in Manchester.

Your role will consist of pre‑planned maintenance and reactive works on the site as directed by the M&E Manager. Experience of working in the corporate environment is desirable, as is experience of working with a CAFM system to manage your workflows and complete maintenance and reactive tasks.

The role can be very varied day to day but as the Mechanical lead you will be responsible for all the works involving the HVAC systems supported by the OCS mobile team and specialist supply chain.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Manage and maintain the cooling and heating systems on site to complete with legislation and to SFG 20 guidelines.
• Support the contract management team with escorting of contractors on the site to ensure they work in a safe and compliant manner.
• Complete all work to the highest standards and ensure that all paperwork is submitted.
• Support other members of the maintenance team when required to ensure site operations are maintained.

You should meet the following criteria:

• You should be qualified to NVQ level 3 in a plumbing heating and ventilation discipline and have an F GAS Category 1 qualification; being able to complete commercial gas work would be an advantage however not essential.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience of working in the corporate environment advantageous but not essential.
• Reliable, punctual and professional at all times.
• Clear understanding of customer care and promoting the services we provide as a business.

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.