Maintenance Mechanical Engineer- Leeds

Job Opportunity: Shift Engineer (Mechanical Bias)

Location: Leeds Oncology Project

Sector: Healthcare

Salary: £32,000 + 15% shift allowance (£4,800) = £36,800 per annum

Shift Pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off (6am to 6pm)

Level: 6A

🌱 Sustainability & Safety Commitment

We are committed to leading our sector in sustainability. Every team member plays a vital role in minimising environmental impact while delivering benefits to clients, colleagues, and the community. Safety is personal-our policies and procedures ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all.

🏥 Role Overview

Join a dynamic maintenance team supporting the Leeds Oncology Wing. As a Shift Engineer with a mechanical bias, you'll deliver high-quality reactive and planned maintenance services in a customer-facing role. You'll manage a small shift team and work flexibly across multiple disciplines to ensure the hospital operates at peak performance.

🔩 Key Responsibilities

* Lead and support a team of Maintenance Craftsmen and Assistants

* Perform maintenance, repairs, testing, and inspections across building systems

* Ensure compliance with NHS, Trust, and statutory safety standards

* Maintain and repair systems including:

* Heating and domestic water

* Electrical services (lighting, power, LV distribution)

* Air handling units

* Emergency generators

* Fire alarms and emergency lighting

* Electrical control systems and BMS

* Maintain accurate records and service reports

* Undertake minor installation and upgrade works

* Provide technical guidance and training

* Act as Competent or Authorised Person when appointed

* Support other healthcare projects as needed

* Participate in a 24/7/365 rotating shift pattern

* Cover for absent colleagues and work overtime when required

🎓 Qualifications & Experience

* Time-served engineer with a minimum of 3 years post-apprenticeship experience

* Healthcare experience is desirable but not essential

* Cross-trade experience is advantageous

🎁 Benefits

* Competitive salary with shift allowance

* Generous holiday entitlement

* Pension scheme

* Additional employee benefits

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