Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Equans Services Limited; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services company in the UK is hiring a Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer to support the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital. This permanent, full-time position involves proactive maintenance and repairs of mechanical systems, while offering competitive salary and professional development opportunities. The ideal candidate has a recognized Mechanical apprenticeship and experience in complex maintenance environments.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Life Cover

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Prior work experience within a complex maintenance environment.
• Experience with AHUs, chilled and portable water systems, A/C units.
• Pipe fitting experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance.
• Utilize initiative to make appropriate decisions.
• Complete job cards and other paperwork to required standard.

Skills

Technical advice and problem solving on water systems

Experience with mechanical bias systems

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services or equivalent

Recognised Mechanical apprenticeship

Job description

Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer – Equans UK & Ireland

EQUANS is seeking a Lead Mechanical HVAC Engineer to support the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital. The role is a permanent full‑time position (40 hours per week) with a competitive salary, benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees in over 50 countries. In the UK & Ireland the company offers specialist technical, FM, regeneration and energy services, focusing on smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralized renewables. EQUANS is part of the Bouygues group.

General Overview

• Carry out proactive maintenance, repairs and inspection of mechanical building services in accordance with standards, procedures, legislation and guidance.
• Represent the company respectfully and professionally.
• Take responsibility for all aspects of regulatory and HTM‑specific maintenance of heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning systems.
• Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on mechanical HVAC assets and associated building services as per the PPM programme and personal competence training.
• Respond promptly to ad‑hoc breakdown requests as identified by supervisor/manager or as required by the site contract.
• Assist with minor upgrades, adaptions and systematic fault finding on malfunctioning equipment in a logical and safe manner.
• Adhere to safe working practices, statutory and company guidelines.
• Operate access equipment, hand and power tools safely in line with health & safety and manufacturers’ guidelines.
• Use personal protective equipment in compliance with health & safety and infection control procedures.
• Maintain records, written or electronic, as required.
• Work flexibly alongside other trades and colleagues.
• Participate in call‑out/standby rota after the qualifying period.
• Collaborate with wards and departments to minimise disruption.
• Undertake training to develop skills and meet service requirements.
• Carry out risk assessments on‑site as instructed by supervisor/manager.
• Co‑operate with partners and colleagues to deliver a customer‑focused service.
• Use initiative to make appropriate decisions, including out‑of‑hours.
• Complete job cards and other paperwork to required standard.
• Complete work within allotted timeframes.
• Carry out any other tasks commensurate with the role.

Additional Skills

• Technical advice and problem solving on water systems and heating issues.
• Experience with other mechanical bias systems.

Impact

The maintenance engineer performs planned preventative and reactive maintenance across the healthcare estate, ensuring statutory and contractual obligations are met while providing excellent service to customers.

Complexity

The role undertakes duties within the engineer’s training and competency. The on‑site Estates management team provides specialised technical advice and liaises with appropriate management to facilitate engineering works.

Qualifications or Required Experience

• Completed a recognised Mechanical apprenticeship.
• Prior work experience within a complex maintenance environment.
• NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services or equivalent.
• Experience with AHU’s, chilled and portable water systems, A/C units, etc.
• Pipe fitting experience (desirable).
• PPM, reactive work and supported project works.
• Authorised Person Ventilation.

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave, increasing to 25 after 1 year (+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on 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, including professional qualifications, collective/individual training and personalised support programmes.
• Employee referral rewards scheme.
• Access to growing employee networks: WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and Disability Network.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to mental wellbeing app.

Location

Manchester, England, United Kingdom.

What's next?

If this role interests you, click below to register, apply and track your progress. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. Equans is committed to a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values, and you will find a welcoming, open workplace that encourages being your true self at work. For this role you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Relocation package not provided.