Mechanical Engineer
| Posting date: | 25 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, London, EC2V 6DN |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4774019_1772009242 |
Summary
Your new company
The organisation is an inclusive and responsible business committed to helping build a better society.They deliver nationwide facilities management, including M&E support, cleaning, catering, and grounds maintenance, using technology for efficient planned and reactive services.They are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join their Commercial Property Maintenance team in London.
Your new role
- Maintenance & Fault Resolution: Carry out daily servicing of mechanical infrastructure, troubleshoot breakdowns on M&E systems, and perform fault finding, plant adjustments, inspections, and contract‑compliant maintenance activities.
- Planned & Reactive Work: Deliver PPMs, planned maintenance, reactive tasks, and extra works within SLAs and engineering standards, in accordance with HASAWA and company procedures.
- Safety & Compliance: Work to Safe Systems of Work, support subcontractor inductions, ensure safe working practices, and comply with Health & Safety policies and internal requirements.
- Documentation & Reporting: Complete daily worksheets, maintenance records, inspection documentation, and produce technical incident reports as required.
- Support & Flexibility: Assist or deputise for the Working Supervisor, complete additional tasks as assigned, and participate in the on‑call rotation.
What you'll need to succeed
- Technical Qualifications & Knowledge: NVQ Level 2/3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), BMS experience, and understanding of statutory compliance for HVAC and Water Treatment.
- Health & Safety Awareness: IOSH Working Safely (or equivalent) and a strong understanding of relevant legislation and compliance requirements.
- Communication & Customer Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience in customer‑facing roles.
- Workstyle & Problem‑Solving: Able to work independently or as part of a team, with solid time‑management and logical problem‑solving capabilities.
- Professional Attributes: Adaptable, with the ability to apply compliance knowledge effectively across key responsibilities.
What you'll get in return
The organisation embraces diversity across all protected characteristics, recognising that diverse perspectives foster innovation and help build high‑performing teams.Flexible working options can be discussed during the interview process, and the organisation will explore what arrangements may be possible for the role
What you need to do now
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