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Shift Mechanical Engineer
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Shift Mechanical Engineer
Shift Mechanical Engineer – Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH), Smethwick
Equans is seeking a Shift Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital (MMUH) in Smethwick. This is a full-time, shift-based role (40.25 hours per week), with a shift rota of 2 days on (7:00 AM–7:00 PM) → 2 nights on (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) → 4 days off.
On offer:
- Salary band: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)
- Shift allowance and a comprehensive benefits package.
About the Role
In this position, you will:
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Work on a variety of mechanical systems, including:
- Ventilation
- Pumps
- Compressors
- Boilers
- Medical gases
- Heating systems
- Domestic hot and cold-water systems
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Undertake a proactive and reactive role in diagnostics, fault-finding, and repairs for complex mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with:
- Relevant standards
- Operational procedures
- Legislation and guidance
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Respond to BMS alerts and phone calls during night shifts, serving as the initial point of contact and:
- Assessing the nature of issues
- Allocating tasks to the appropriate team member
- Completing necessary documentation
- Ensuring smooth record handover to the Helpdesk team upon shift change for effective service continuity
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Obtain Competent Person status (following training) for systems such as:
- Specialist ventilation
- Complex water systems
- Medical gas installations
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- Conduct Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) tasks across the site, adhering to the PPM programme and personal competencies.
What We Offer
In addition to the £32,000–£35,000 salary, you’ll benefit from:
✔ 24 days’ annual leave ✔ Life cover (equivalent to 1.5 times your annual salary) ✔ Discount 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 and professional development opportunities, including:
- Qualifications
- Collective/individual training
- Personalised support programmes ✔ Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme ✔ Access to growing employee networks ✔ 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme ✔ Mental wellbeing app support
Who Are We Looking For?
Essential:
✔ City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 & 3 (in a relevant engineering discipline) ✔ Recognition for a relevant engineering apprenticeship (equivalent to City & Guilds Level 3+) ✔ Previous experience in a maintenance environment ✔ Passable DBS Standard check (essential)
Desirable (but not essential): ✔ Previous Competent Person/Authorised Person experience in:
- Ventilation
- Pressure systems ✔ Experience in healthcare maintenance environments
Who We Are
Equans is a sustainable facilities management, regeneration, and energy solutions provider, with a global presence in 20+ countries and 15,000+ employees in the UK & Ireland.
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Our Core Values
- Accountability – We take ownership and act with integrity.
- Respect – We listen, support, and care for each other.
- Team Spirit – We collaborate and build trust.
- Service Focus – We deliver best-in-class customer solutions.
Our Global Ambition
- Recognised for operational excellence
- A leading workplace for employees
- Driving decarbonisation through sustainable performance
We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive culture, where every voice is heard. Joining Equans means becoming part of a welcome, supportive, and open workplace, where you can thrive as your true self.
Employment Networks & Commitments
At Equans, we actively support:
- AccessAbility (for those with physical and mental disabilities)
- Encompass (LGBTQ+ community)
- RISE (ethnic minority representation)
- Veterans & Reservists
- Women Together (female employees)
- Working Parents
- Young Professionals
Accessibility:
- This role requires evidence of the right to work in the UK.
- No relocation support is possible.
Disclosure checks are managed by the Resourcing Team, and agency involvement is not required.
Equal Opportunities Promise: We encourage applications from:
- Women
- Ethnic minority candidates
- People with disabilities
- All individuals representing a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010
By applying, you’re supporting Equans’ goal to better reflect our diverse markets.
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