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Vox consultants are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer/Maintenance Plumber for our client in Manchester. This role is Monday to Friday, 37.5-40hour week.
Job Responsibility:
Respond to work orders via PDA and carry out repairs, PPMs, diagnostics, and corrective actions on plumbing systems
Install new systems and complete repairs following safe systems of work
Undertake fault-finding on plumbing installations and recommend remedial actions
Participate in on-call duties, 15-minute response, and lift release tasks as required
Complete mandatory training and CPD, including specialist tasks or work at height
Provide full mechanical and plumbing maintenance across wards and departments
Deliver reactive and planned works on complex systems, including hot/cold water, heating, pumps, compressors, steam, calorifiers, AHUs, and drainage
Diagnose faults, carry out controlled operations, interpret technical drawings, and support HTM compliance
Perform statutory testing, installations, fabrication, and emergency repairs, often independently
Coordinate with other trades, contractors, and clinical teams to ensure safe and efficient service delivery
Requirements:
NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing (or equivalent) with solid maintenance experience
Knowledge of ACOP L8 and HSG274, with effective fault-finding skills
Strong communication skills, PDA experience, and familiarity with healthcare systems (HTM04 desirable)
Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Plumbing, with additional training in medical gases, pressure systems, legionella, and WRAS
Experience with complex mechanical plant and hospital systems, including steam, pumps, compressors, drainage, and heating
Ability to interpret technical drawings, work independently, participate in on-call duties, and operate within HTM compliance frameworks
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to work out-of-hours and respond to emergency situations
Maintain clear communication with supervisors, trades, and clinical staff