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10 months ago
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ob Title: Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical)
Location: Manchester
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Sector: Healthcare Engineering / Estates & Facilities
Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Multi-Skilled Engineer with strong mechanical and electrical experience to join a leading healthcare facilities team in Manchester. The successful candidate must have a solid background working in hospital environments, with specific experience in medical gas systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and responsive repairs across healthcare estates.

Diagnose and resolve faults in mechanical and electrical systems including HVAC, lighting, alarms, BMS, and plumbing.

Install, maintain, and service hospital medical gas systems in compliance with HTM standards.

Support infrastructure projects, refurbishments, and emergency works while ensuring minimal disruption to clinical services.

Work in accordance with all relevant health and safety legislation and healthcare compliance standards.

Maintain accurate documentation including service records, safety reports, and equipment logs.

Liaise with internal departments, contractors, and external stakeholders to support engineering requirements across the site.

Requirements:

A minimum of 3 years’ experience working within hospital or healthcare estates.

Proven experience with hospital gas systems (HTM 02-01 compliant).

Recognised qualifications in both mechanical and electrical engineering (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).

18th Edition (or willingness to obtain) desirable.

Strong understanding of HTMs and healthcare regulatory frameworks.

Ability to work effectively under pressure and in patient-sensitive environments.

Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.

Benefits:

Competitive salary: £40,000–£50,000 (DOE)

Generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive working environment within a respected healthcare organisation

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