Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer - Manchester City Centre -  Facilities Management - Static

CBW Staffing Solutions are currently recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join a leading global facilities management provider, supporting a critical site in Manchester City Centre.

This role is ideal for a Senior Mechanical Engineer ready to take the technical lead on site, combining hands-on engineering with day-to-day leadership, compliance oversight and client interaction within a highly regulated healthcare environment.

Package:

• Salary up to £41,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• 24 days annual leave & bank holidays
• Overtime opportunities if desired
• Generous workplace pension scheme
• Ongoing training, development & progression opportunities

• Act as the Lead Mechanical Engineer on site, setting standards and providing technical direction to the engineering team
• Carry out and oversee planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive mechanical works
• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical systems including HVAC, pumps, plumbing, pipework and plant equipment
• Provide hands-on support for complex or critical mechanical faults
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, statutory and healthcare regulations
• Act as a key point of contact for the client, providing updates, reports and technical guidance
• Manage service documentation, permits to work, risk assessments and CMMS records
• Coordinate subcontractors and specialist service providers when required

• City & Guilds Level 3/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (essential)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience within building services or facilities maintenance
• Strong working knowledge of commercial mechanical systems (AHUs, FCUs, pumps, valves, boilers, etc.)
• Experience working within a commercial FM environment
• Confident communicator with the ability to lead by example on site
• Solid understanding of H&S legislation and compliance standards