Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences. As Mechanical Engineering Technician at Sodexo, you will be the go-to person, the one with the answers to everyone's questions, and the one who knows how to keep the facilities operating smoothly. You will be the specialist who will provide technical advice and support for the maintenance of equipment, building fabric, and utility services across the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Hospital estate. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way. What you’ll do: Set out, fabricate, install, and commission steel and copper pipework for infrastructure. Have a strong understanding of pumps, pressure sets, pressure vessels, and plate heat exchangers. Investigate and address underlying causes of breakdowns or failures, implementing necessary remedial actions. Comply with legislation, codes of practice, and Health & Safety regulations for engineering works. Conduct risk assessments for maintenance and repair tasks to ensure safe work practices. Maintain up-to-date plant history records. Continuously learn new techniques and procedures, obtaining relevant certifications. Manage the supply of spare parts and materials for emergency repairs. Liaise with managers, staff, and administrators while observing departmental procedures. Identify and request materials for repairs/modifications, providing detailed technical information to the Mechanical PTB/Manager. Perform statutory maintenance, planned preventative maintenance, and testing of systems and equipment. Provide versatile, multi-skilled support for preventive, reactive, and corrective maintenance activities. Service, test, verify, diagnose, repair, and calibrate mechanical, electrical, and electronic installations and plant. Offer management and technical advice to staff and contractors, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Assist in emergency corrective actions to meet Trust/client needs and prevent risks to people, property, and services. Generate reports, calculations, and recommendations on plant and equipment performance using BMS and CAFM systems. What you bring: Proven experience within a similar role Experience of Mechanical Systems Experience of Calorifiers Experience of Plate Heat Exchangers Experience of Pressure Systems – Steam Experience of Pumps, Motors & Bearings Self-motivated and able to adapt to changing priorities Able to demonstrate an aptitude for problem solving using a logical approach What we offer: Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families: Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support. Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement. Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services. The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card. Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform. Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools. Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit. Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities. Flexible and dynamic work environment Competitive compensation Full training and full protective uniform supplied. Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today Keep your career running smoothly. Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications. Package Description You bring the skills. We’ll bring the opportunities. 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm or 8:00am - 4:00pm £18.66 per hour Recruitment retention payment additional £3,500 per annum This position requires a NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, you must provide this prior to being progressed to interview stage Check your local transport links here : Plan Your Journey | Traveline - the destination you should input is M13 9WL About The Company About Sodexo At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins. We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.