Plumber

Equans is looking for a Plumber to join our team at Stobhill Hospital, Glasgow on a permanent basis. This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is competitive salary and in addition you will receive an excellent benefits package.

We are seeking a skilled Plumber with a recognised apprenticeship background to join our flexible maintenance team. You will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, reliable operation and upkeep of building systems, plant, equipment, fabric, and grounds primarily at Stobhill Hospital, with support duties across other nearby NHS facilities as needed.

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager through the Facilities Team Leader, you will undertake maintenance, repair, and minor project works across multiple sites. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail and use of specialist tools and precision equipment to maintain a wide range of equipment and fabric within healthcare environments.

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What will you deliver?

• Execute planned and reactive mechanical maintenance tasks on equipment including air handling units, calorifiers, heat stations, water and pressure systems, medical gas installations, and legionella control.
• Follow all EQUANS rules and statutory compliance requirements including Safe Operation Low Voltage, Mechanical, Pressure, Water, Medical Gas, Confined Spaces, and Scottish Health Technical Memoranda (SHTM).
• Produce and use Method Statements and Risk Assessments to manage safe working practices and Permit-to-Work issuance.
• Respond promptly to unplanned events to meet SLA requirements, minimizing downtime and avoiding contractual penalties.
• Assist with small works, variations, installations, improvements, and emergency repairs including out-of-hours duties and on-call rota participation.
• Liaise professionally with Facilities Team Leaders and NHS clients to coordinate plant or equipment failures, supply of parts, and required services.
• Maintain accurate electronic and hardcopy reports, test certificates, and task assessment sheets; suggest maintenance routine improvements.
• Use specialist and standard tools safely and maintain workshops, storage areas, and equipment in a clean, orderly state.
• Participate in training programs for new skills development and statutory compliance, including becoming an Appointed Person (AP) in relevant disciplines.
• Demonstrate teamwork by supporting colleagues and subcontractors effectively.
• Be flexible to travel to other Equans sites in the region based on business needs.
• Maintain a professional appearance and conduct in patient-facing clinical areas, respecting healthcare site protocols.

What can we offer you?

On offer is competitive salary and in addition you will receive an excellent benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ 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, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Must have successfully completed a recognised plumbing apprenticeship and have a proven experience in a similar role carrying out mechanical maintenance duties. Hospital maintenance experience is desirable but not essential.
• Be competent to undertake/assist work on the type of building service systems and equipment for which the appointment is sought.

  Be familiar with the type of systems and equipment on which work is required to be undertaken.

• Possess technical knowledge and sufficient experience to avoid any danger that may be presented by the work to be undertaken.

  Have an adequate knowledge of and within the preceding three years have received training in first aid (including CPR Training). If not held, training will be given.

• Desirable but not essential to have some knowledge of all the relevant Scottish Health Technical Memoranda (SHTM) and to work within Permit to Work procedures as appropriate (SHTM 01 - 08, BSRIA, L8, pressure systems Regulations 2000, etc).
• This role includes a Disclosure Scotland PVG check therefore ability to pass is essential.

Who are we?                                                                                                                               
In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.  

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group. 

Our ambition

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.  

We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day. 

What's next? 

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch. 

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.  

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.  

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals. 

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.   

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Mechanical Supervisor

EQUANS are recruiting for a Mechanical Supervisor to be based in Lincolnshire, to supervise works on heating systems, including Air Source Heat Pumps across the region within social housing. This is a permanent full-time role working 40 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

General Overview: 

The Mechanical Supervisor is responsible for the supervision, coordination, and delivery of mechanical works on site to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This includes overseeing installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and pipework. The postholder acts as the key link between site management, subcontractors, and the workforce to ensure that all mechanical activities comply with company procedures, industry standards, and statutory regulations.

What will you deliver?

• Supervise and coordinate all mechanical installation works on site, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and health and safety requirements.
• Plan and allocate work to mechanical operatives and subcontractors, monitoring progress and resolving issues that may impact project delivery.
• Carry out quality inspections, ensuring mechanical systems meet project standards and client expectations.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Site Managers, and other discipline supervisors to coordinate multi-trade activities.
• Support commissioning processes and ensure accurate documentation, including test sheets and handover records.
• Identify and report any design or technical issues to engineering teams for resolution.
• Ensure all works are undertaken in line with method statements, risk assessments, and permit-to-work systems.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and support to apprentices and junior team members.
• Promote a positive safety culture on site, ensuring compliance with company HSEQ procedures.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• Pension Scheme
• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes

Who are we looking for?   

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing and Heating or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience in supervising mechanical installation works within construction or building services environments.
• Strong working knowledge of heating systems
• Good understanding of HSEQ principles and ability to implement safe systems of work.
• Experience of reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.

Desirable:

• Valid CSCS card (Supervisory or Manager level).
• Gas Safe Registered 
• Experience working within social housing, public sector, or large-scale commercial projects.
• First Aid at Work certification.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification.
• Familiarity with digital site management systems (e.g. Field View, Viewpoint).

 EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.   

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables. 

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live. 

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company. 

What's next? 

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.  

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.  

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements. 

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.

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