Mechanical Shift Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Shift Engineer

My client is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management, are recruiting a Mechanical Shift Engineer, to join the team located in Kings Cross, to work for an established blue-chip contract. The contract is for one of the largest, well know tech companies globally and they are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to look after the building maintenance of their headquarters.

Purpose of Job

To carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive works to client Heating & Air-Conditioning Systems in accordance with agreed service levels. Also to look after all mechanical/plumbing aspects of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that routine maintenance is carried out to all Heating & Air-conditioning plant to meet and exceed expectations and agreed service level agreements.
• Ensure that Evaporative Cooling Systems and Domestic water systems are maintained to comply with the

requirements of the L8 standard.

• Ensure that plant faults and defects are swiftly remedied to maintain plant in serviceable order at all times.
• To carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive works to other site plant as required.
• Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out maintenance of the above plant.
• Ensure that comprehensive maintenance records are kept in the form of “Frontline” task sheets.
• Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared for all tasks carried out to ensure safe working practices
• Ensure the provision of a safe & healthy working environment, and ensure compliance with all Company policies and procedures, as well as client site policies, procedures and working arrangements, as required.
• Ensure that professional and technical skills are maintained through a commitment to personal development and life-long-learning.

Experience

• Experience of maintaining Pumps, Motors and Valves
• Experience of operating Cooling Towers
• Experience working in a commercial environment
• Building Maintenance/Services experience (Mechanical)
• Sound understanding and experience of meeting health and safety obligations with regard to maintenance activities

Person Specification

• Qualified in Mechanical or Plumbing Engineering within a recognised institution (NVQ/C&Gs)
• Formally trained in mechanical services maintenance
• Previous experience in FM / Building services
• Basic skills on building management systems would be an advantage
• Formal health and safety training (Desirable)