Commercial Gas / Mechanical Engineer - Hastings up to £55,000 + Van, Overtime + Benefits
We're hiring a Commercial Gas / Mechanical / Heating Engineer to join a well-established team on a critical hospital site in Hastings. This is mainly a static role with very occasional travel to Canary Wharf when required.
Responsibilities
You’ll be working across mechanical, boiler and steam systems within a live hospital environment, covering both planned and reactive works. The role includes PPMs, breakdowns, fault finding, and general mechanical maintenance, alongside maintaining compliance records and using a tablet to complete job reports. You’ll also be expected to support energy efficiency improvements and maintain good working relationships with the on‑site client team.
Location
The role is primarily based at a large hospital in Hastings, with very occasional travel to a site in Canary Wharf. Ideal candidates will be based around Hastings, Sevenoaks, or nearby areas.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00, with a call‑out rota of 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off (flexible and open to discussion).
Salary & Benefits
* Basic salary up to £55,000
* Overtime paid at enhanced rates: time and a half evenings, double time overnight, weekends paid at time and a half rising to double time, and double time plus a day in lieu for bank holidays
* £100 per week standby allowance; consistent overtime available, averaging additional hours across weekends plus call‑outs
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy more)
* Pension with 6–8% matched contributions
* Private medical after 12 months, life assurance, flexible benefits (including discounts and EV scheme), wellbeing support, and full employee assistance programme
* All tools, PPE, uniform, smartphone/tablet, and a van + fuel card provided
What You’ll Need
* Solid mechanical background working on boiler and steam systems; commercial gas qualifications strongly preferred
* BOAS certification ideal but not essential
* Experience with MTHW systems and forced draught burners beneficial
* Good health and safety awareness (IOSH or willingness to gain)
* A Level 3 mechanical qualification or equivalent expected
Culture
It’s a flexible, supportive environment. The expectation is you deliver and support the team, and in return there’s understanding around life commitments like appointments or school runs.
Contact
For more information please get in touch with Steve West.
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