Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Central London

Morgan Hunt Recruitment
London
4 weeks ago
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Morgan Hunt currently requires a Mechanical Maintenance Tradesperson for Higher Education based in Central London on a Permanent BasisSalary From £34,610 to £36,636pa Depending on experience Hours: Shift Hours: 07:00 to 15:00 Monday to Friday with a cyclic late shift of 12:00 to 20:00 and a cyclic Saturday shift of 07:00 to 15:00.Location: Central London Job PurposeThe Mechanical Maintenance Tradesperson shall work within the Maintenance Team reporting to the Maintenance Manager (Mechanical). Ideally the Mechanical Maintenance Tradesperson shall be technically qualified in a mechanical discipline and experienced in performing operation and maintenance duties in large building complexes.But would welcome newly qualified candidates who would be willing to train into position.All team members are expected to make an equal contribution and undertake tasks as assigned. There is also a requirement to undertake call out response which is shared equally among the team.All team members are expected to work a basic working week based on a shift system which is generally 07:00 to 15:00 Monday to Friday with a cyclic late shift of 12:00 to 20:00 and a cyclic Saturday shift of 07:00 to 15:00.All team members are expected to be flexible in covering shifts at short notice as required.Main ResponsibilitiesThe Mechanical Maintenance Tradesperson shall be responsible to the Maintenance Manager (Mechanical) for:Carrying out mechanical maintenance both reactive and planned on a range of equipment including AHU's, piped and ducted systems, pumps, pressurisation units.The candidate shall have knowledge of L8 requirements both theoretical and practical.Responding in a 'hands-on' capacity to Critical Plant breakdowns and undertaking remedial action in the field.Completing and recording PPM tasks.Carrying out routine inspections of plant and systems during each shift.Assisting in implementing emergency and contingency procedures as required from time to time.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

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