Mechanical Engineer

Computacenter Holding GmbH; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and services provider in Hatfield is seeking an experienced Building Services Mechanical Engineer. This role involves maintaining mechanical systems, overseeing Fire Sprinkler systems, and managing Building Fabric elements. Ideal candidates will possess mechanical qualifications, experience in a similar role, and demonstrate strong fault-finding and safety awareness skills. Join a supportive company that values inclusivity and offers a chance to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar Building Services role.
• Ability to fault-find issues with HVAC systems and more.
• Health & Safety qualification or training in access equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical systems including A/C and Fire Sprinkler systems.
• Manage Building Fabric elements like Lifts and Auto/Static doors.
• Monitor Building Management Systems and liaise with sub-contractors.

Skills

Mechanical qualifications

Experience in Building Services

Knowledge of PPM regimes

Fault-finding skills

Understanding of fire sprinkler systems

Basic PC skills

Health & Safety awareness

Basic electrical skills

Education

City & Guilds/BTEC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Job description

Location: UK - Hatfield | Job-ID: 216552 | Contract type: Standard | Business Unit: Others

Life on the team

We are seeking an experienced Building Services Mechanical Engineer to join our dedicated team at Computacenter. In this role, you will work across both Mechanical and Building Fabric disciplines, ensuring the highest standards in building maintenance are consistently achieved. As part of the Building Services Department, you will be involved in maintaining and servicing a wide range of mechanical systems, responding to reactive works, and proactively managing equipment and installations.

Location: Hatfield

Department: Building Services

Hours of work: 6am - 2pm and 2pm to 10pm (shift based)

What you’ll do

• Maintain mechanical systems, including Air Handling, Chilled Water, LPHTW, and Air Conditioning systems
• Oversee Fire Sprinkler, UPS, and emergency generator systems
• Manage Building Fabric elements, such as Lifts, Dock Levellers, and Auto/Static doors
• Respond promptly to requests from Facilities, Security, and IS helpdesk
• Assist the Property team in repairing defective equipment efficiently
• Ensure regular maintenance of machinery and equipment to the highest standards
• Monitor Building Management Systems and liaise with sub-contractors
• Actively identify and rectify defects in a timely manner
• Support plumbing and mechanical installations as required
• Complete time sheets, task sheets, and manage stock control
• Order consumables and manage administrative tasks

What you’ll need

• Mechanical qualifications or general building maintenance qualification
• Proven experience in a similar Building Services role
• Working knowledge of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) regimes
• Ability to fault-find issues with Heating, Hot Water, Plumbing, HVAC systems, and more
• Understanding of fire sprinkler, UPS, and emergency generator systems
• Basic PC skills and Health & Safety awareness
• Willingness to undertake general maintenance duties (e.g., lamp changes)
• City & Guilds/BTEC in Mechanical Engineering
• Basic electrical skills
• Working knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Health & Safety qualification or training in the use of access equipment

About us

We are a leading independent technology and services provider, trusted by large corporate and public sector organisations. We are a responsible business that believes in winning together for our people and our planet. We help our customers to source, transform and manage their technology infrastructure to deliver digital transformation, enabling people and their business.

Our business may be about technology, but first of all it’s about people

With over 20,000 people across 22 countries, we are proud of our inclusive culture - where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and truly belong.

As an equal opportunities employer, we’re committed to ensuring fair and equal access to opportunities for all. Your application will be considered on its merits, regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. What matters most to us is that you share our vision and values, and bring the experience and skills we’re looking for.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from disabled people and accept applications in alternative formats. We also guarantee to interview applicants who have a disability.

If you share our values and want to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, forward-thinking environment - we’d love to hear from you!