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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Senior Mechanical Engineer – Leeds Oncology (St James’ University Hospital) – Permanent, Full-Time
EQUANS are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for our permanent full-time (40-hour weekly) contract at St James’ University Hospital’s Leeds Oncology Wing.
This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
About the Role
Overview
- Work closely with the maintenance team to deliver high-standard customer-facing services for the Leeds Oncology Wing
- Perform a wide range of reactive and planned maintenance, ensuring rigorous execution
- Provide technical guidance, support, and training to colleagues
- Take on Authorised Person duties after completing relevant training
- Operate with high flexibility and multi-skilling to meet operational demands
- Report to the Maintenance Supervisor, delivering reports on work in progress and completed projects
Core Responsibilities
- Conduct maintenance, repairs, testing, and inspections of building, mechanical, and electrical services while adhering to relevant standards and procedures
- Cover essential duties when colleagues are absent to ensure service continuity
- Follow strict safety protocols—statutory, NHS, Trust, and company guidelines must be respected
- Current scope includes:
- Heating and domestic water systems
- General electrical work (lighting, power)
- Air handling units
- Low-voltage electrical distribution & switchgear
- Emergency standby generators
- Fire alarm and emergency lighting systems
- Electrical control systems
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Operational awareness and records of major plant systems
- Maintain comprehensive records and service reports, reporting progress to managers
- Occasionally install minor upgrades and assist skilled trades
- Upskill through ongoing training, ensuring competence as Competent or Authorised Person as required
- Support cross-site healthcare projects as needed
- Complete overtime as scheduled to meet demands
- Undertake additional duties as assigned
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Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified engineer with a minimum 3 years of post-apprenticeship experience in mechanical or cross-trade engineering
- Healthcare experience is desirable (but not mandatory)
- Cross-trade experience will be advantageous
Benefits
- 24 days’ annual leave
- Life cover equivalent to 1.5x annual salary
- Discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Holiday purchase scheme
- 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
- Broad learning opportunities, including professional qualifications and individualized support
- Attractive employee referral rewards
- Access to EQUANS’ employee networks, including:
- Women in EQUANS (WiE)
- Raising Inclusion through Sustainability (RISE, for BAME)
- LGBTQI+ Network
- Working Parents Network
- Young Professionals Network (YPN)
- Disability Network
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing support
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About EQUANS
EQUANS is a global leader in energy services, employing nearly 100,000 people worldwide across 50+ countries. With an annual turnover of over €17 billion (£15+ billion), the company specialises in:
- Technical & FM services
- Smart buildings
- Green mobility
- District & embedded energy
- Decentralised renewables
In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS supports businesses, public institutions, and government in their transitions:
- Energy transition towards net zero
- Digital and industrial transformations
- Sustainable living & working environments
EQUANS is part of the Bouygues Group.
What Next?
If interested, register, apply, and track your progress via the [apply button]. Our Resourcing Team will review your application and follow up.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
EQUANS fosters a culture where every voice is heard, believing a diverse workforce enhances outcomes for people, customers, and stakeholders. Employee networks (as listed) assist in creating an open, welcoming workplace. To join, you must:
- Provide evidence of UK work rights
- Note: Relocation support is not provided for this role
- Some positions require Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks
For further enquiries, contact the EQUANS Resourcing Team directly—agency involvement is not required.
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