Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Client: Peterborough Schools PFI
Location: Peterborough
Department/Service: Operations
Reporting To: Hard FM & Compliance Manager

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (1-hour lunch break)
Salary: Competitive salary based on skills & experience

About the Role:
We are currently seeking a skilled and proactive Mechanical Engineer to join our team and provide mechanical support for the maintenance of three secondary schools in Peterborough under a client contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the operational efficiency and safety of educational facilities while ensuring that all mechanical systems and assets are well-maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake scheduled, planned, and reactive maintenance tasks across various assets, including air handling units, fan coil units, heating systems, domestic hot and cold water systems, and drainage systems.
• Occasionally perform installation and project-type works when required.
• Maintain up-to-date trade knowledge and qualifications to ensure safe and efficient performance.
• Provide quotations for small works and manage workload using Maximo (CAFM system).
• Ensure prompt, accurate completion of all paperwork related to maintenance activities.
• Advise on parts and labour for additional works, liaising with suppliers to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Oversee and escort external contractors as required.
• Participate in the on-call rota for after-hours support.
• Uphold Health & Safety responsibilities in accordance with company policies and management plans.
• Adhere to company procedures and undertake other duties as required.

Core Skills & Requirements:

Essential:

• Strong understanding of building services maintenance requirements within a multi-site environment.
• Familiarity with Permit to Work and Safe Systems of Work.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS certification (required).

Desirable:

• Formal qualifications to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Gas Safe Registered (domestic & commercial).
• Experience working on client contracts, ideally in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of asset maintenance and lifecycle works.
• Competent Person L8 experience.
• Asbestos Awareness certification.
• Health & Safety/COSHH awareness.

Why Join Us?
This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic, forward-thinking team, contributing to the maintenance of key educational facilities in Peterborough. If you have the necessary skills and qualifications and are passionate about ensuring the operational success of building systems, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to apply for this exciting opportunity.

What can we offer you? 

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

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays) 
• Life Cover  
• 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 WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network 
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app 

Who are we? 

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.