Mechanical Engineer

At Mitie, we’re looking for a skilled and customer-focused Mechanical Engineer to deliver Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, and remedial works across our client portfolio. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring mechanical systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably while providing excellent service to our customers.

What You’ll Be DoingAs a Mechanical Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Completing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive, and remedial works using electronic maintenance systems and handheld devices.
• Maintaining, repairing, and servicing a range of mechanical equipment to ensure optimum performance and reliability.
• Diagnosing faults, resolving technical issues, and implementing effective solutions.
• Providing technical support and input into projects, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Liaising with contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining accurate digital maintenance records, reports, registers, and documentation.
• Undertaking survey inspections and maintenance activities in confined spaces and at height where required.
• Supporting winter maintenance activities, including gritting and snow clearance when necessary.
• Accepting formal appointments as a Competent Person where required.
• Promoting sustainability, social value, and environmental initiatives across the contract.
• Supporting business continuity plans and ensuring operational resilience.
• Has strong mechanical maintenance experience within a facilities management, engineering, or building services environment.
• Delivers a high standard of workmanship and customer service.
• Can prioritise workloads and meet agreed response and completion times.
• Is able to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
• Has excellent problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to health, safety, and compliance.
• Can communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Is comfortable using mobile technology, handheld devices, and digital maintenance systems., NVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant Engineering Maintenance discipline (or equivalent recognised qualification).
• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering Maintenance (multi-discipline) or equivalent.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance activities.
• Experience working within a facilities management, commercial, or industrial environment.
• Understanding of health, safety, and statutory compliance requirements.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working on building services systems within complex operational environments.
• Competent Person authorisations or similar industry accreditations.
• Experience using CAFM and electronic maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge of sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Experience supporting business continuity and critical infrastructure environments., Customer-focused and service-driven.
• Reliable, professional, and adaptable.
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Able to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Access to Mitie’s market-leading benefits package designed to support your lifestyle and wellbeing.

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