Mechanical Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
You will be required to provide an exceptional high standard of building services provision (planned and reactive) within a commercial occupied environment and with the utmost regard for customer service. Ensure HVAC mechanical services are maintained at all times, having experience / expertise to diagnose faults and rectify them providing support to HVAC mechanical services
You will have a background and relevant qualifications to provide Mechanical Maintenance to commercial buildings.
The position is Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
Responsibilities
You will:
- Deliver PPM relating primarily to Mechanical equipment in-line with agreed programmes / SLA's in order to meet Client and Statutory Compliance.
- Costing and completing Reactive Works identified through PPM work undertaken when requested.
- Carry out Mechanical Maintenance / Installation work efficiently and in accordance with the National Working Rules for the Mechanical Contracting Industry.
- Provide Service Support as part of a team providing quality service delivery 24/7, with a requirement to be part of the out of hour’s emergency call out team.
- To maintain premises to an exceptionally high standard
- Demonstrate appropriate Health & Safety knowledge to ensure safe delivery of all work.
- Capable of working independently and when requested managing Reactive Works carried out by others.
- Completing all required documentation, job sheets and certificates.
You will have:
- Completed a recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship (Preferred not Essential)
- City and Guilds Qualification in Heating and Ventilation OR Plumbing
- A minimum of Mechanical City & Guilds, Part 1 and 2 or ‘A’ and ‘B’. BMS experience and Multi-skilling capability and or HVAC certificates, equivalent qualifications,
- Conversant with Mechanical Plant/Plumbing related Building Services PPM's carried out in-line with SFG20 and resulting Reactive Work.
- IOSH Working / Managing Safely (Desirable)
- Safe system of Work Procedure – PTW; RAMS etc. (Desirable)
- L8 Training (Desirable)
We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.
You will be working as part of a team, we're committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual
Progression is something we value and we’ll make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mechanical Engineer roles across NG Bailey Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Construction.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £38,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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