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Mechanical Engineer / Plumber

Randstad Construction and Property
Saffron Walden
5 days ago
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Overview

Mechanical Engineer / Plumber | Location - Saffron Walden | Salary - £45,000 | Permanent - Full time - Monday to Friday

Randstad is looking for a talented and dedicated Mechanical Engineer or Plumber to join our client
's team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining critical building systems and ensuring environmental conditions are kept to the highest standard. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in mechanical systems, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities
  • Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PPM) and swiftly respond to reactive and breakdown works on all mechanical systems, including HVAC, hot and cold water systems, and generators.
  • Use expert fault-finding skills, including analysing graphical information and alarm data.
  • Ensure that all plant rooms are kept clean, tidy, and secure.
  • Supervise and monitor the work of subcontractors on-site.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and on time, including Method Statements and Risk Assessments, to ensure safe work practices.
  • Maintain an accurate record of all tasks on our Computer Based Maintenance System (e.g., Maximo).
  • Operate a Permit to Work System in line with company and client safety procedures.
  • Collaborate effectively with all staff, subcontractors, and client representatives, representing Smart Managed Solutions professionally at all times.
What We're Looking For
  • Education: Formal training in a mechanical engineering discipline (e.g., HVAC, Plumbing) to City & Guilds Level 3 or NVQ Level 2.
  • Experience: Proven experience in a similar role with strong knowledge of HVAC, hot and cold-water systems, and generators.
  • Skills: Excellent fault-finding abilities and a proactive approach to maintenance. Basic electrical knowledge is a plus.

If you are ready to apply your skills in a professional and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.


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