Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Bioconsulteurope; Leeds; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A global facilities management provider is seeking a Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer in Leeds. This position combines hands-on engineering and leadership within a regulated healthcare environment. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance works, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and leading the engineering team. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering and strong experience in commercial mechanical systems. The role offers a competitive salary and development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary up to £37,000

25 days annual leave & bank holidays

Generous workplace pension scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in building services or facilities maintenance.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial mechanical systems.
• Experience in a commercial or healthcare FM environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team with technical direction.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance and reactive works.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical systems knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

City & Guilds Level 3/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Leeds

CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading global facilities management provider, supporting a critical healthcare site in Leeds. This role is ideal for a Senior Mechanical Engineer ready to take the technical lead on site, combining hands‑on engineering with day‑to‑day leadership, compliance oversight and client interaction within a highly regulated healthcare environment.

Package

• Salary up to £37,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• 25 days annual leave & bank holidays
• Generous workplace pension scheme
• Ongoing training, development & progression opportunities

Responsibilities

• Act as the Lead Mechanical Engineer on site, setting standards and providing technical direction to the engineering team
• Carry out and oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive mechanical works
• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical systems including HVAC, pumps, plumbing, pipework and plant equipment
• Provide hands‑on support for complex or critical mechanical faults
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, statutory and healthcare regulations
• Act as a key point of contact for the client, providing updates, reports and technical guidance
• Manage service documentation, permits to work, risk assessments and CMMS records
• Coordinate subcontractors and specialist service providers when required

Requirements

• City & Guilds Level 3/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (essential)
• Minimum 3 years experience within building services or facilities maintenance
• Strong working knowledge of commercial mechanical systems (AHUs, FCUs, pumps, valves, boilers, etc.)
• Experience working within a commercial or healthcare FM environment
• Confident communicator with the ability to lead by example on site
• Solid understanding of H&S legislation and compliance standards

Interested? Apply with a full & up to date CV or contact Aaron Rutter at CBW Staffing Solutions.