Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled HVAC Engineer to lead the planning and maintenance of critical and non-critical Air Handling Units and oversee operations of Fan Coil Units and Chilled Beams within the Alder Hey Children's Hospital Account, a flagship facility for Mitie. We require a solid track record in ventilation maintenance, a strong understanding of compliance with HTMs, and extensive experience in maintenance delivery. While a ventilation qualification is preferred, candidates with relevant engineering or maintenance qualifications are also encouraged to apply. This role offers a unique opportunity to serve as the Appointed Person for ventilation systems, providing a platform for continuous learning and growth.
Location: Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, Liverpool
In collaboration with the Ventilation and BMS Supervisor, you will cultivate a culture of knowledge sharing and best practices within the local FM team. Your expertise will drive technical excellence and operational compliance.
This role emphasises teamwork and collaboration, positioning you as a key stakeholder in enhancing the technical capabilities of our team. You will ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery and foster a culture of continuous improvement—essential to our collective success.
As a HVAC Engineer at Alder Hey Children's Hospital, you will significantly influence the future of our technical services, aligning with our overarching organisational goals and objectives of compliance and consistency. This role also offers opportunities for career growth and development, as you will be part of a dynamic team that is constantly striving for excellence. The HVAC Engineer will be responsible for planning and practical maintenance activities relating to Air Handling Units (approx. 80) within the Alder Hey account and oversight of operations relating to Fan Coil Units (circa 231) in the most cost-effective manner, demonstrating value for money and delivering a quality maintenance service.
The successful candidate will have a proven history of ventilation maintenance and compliance with HTMs, with proven experience in maintenance delivery. Preferably ventilation qualified but with engineering / maintenance / relevant qualifications, and will be the named Appointed Person for Ventilation.
Main Duties
* Reactive repair and maintenance of all ventilation systems/circuits including Air Handling Units on site
* Supporting Validations and Verifications undertaken by specialist contractors
* Work with specialist BMS contractor to ensure all HVAC is running in line with design
* Work with specialist contractor to support fire damper maintenance
* Component servicing and replacement
* Filter Changes
* Glass Trap
* Belts changes
* Motor changes
* Vibration Analysis
* AHU ventilation air-intake / vermin screening
* Annual Verification / following remedial actions completed
* FCU maintenance and operation
* Support and inputs into the operational risk register
* Lead the procurement process to ensure subcontractors are briefed and vetted against Mitie procedures
* Target opportunities to exceed customer expectations
* Foster an environment for the wider AH team to seek improvement
* Identify challenges and define methodologies to deliver a safe and cost-effective solution that delivers the programme
* Evaluate the success of completed maintenance work and propose improvements
* Challenge provided information and the principles behind it
What we are looking for
* Proficient level of ventilation knowledge with extensive experience as an HVAC Service Engineer; additional expertise in related building services is desirable
* Strong knowledge of chiller systems, controls, and components (DX, Split, VRV); AHUs and ventilation plant
* Relevant technical qualifications in HVAC, minimum NVQ/C&G Level 3 in electrical or mechanical; additional certifications in specialized HVAC systems, F-Gas or energy management are advantageous
* Experience with major HVAC manufacturers (York, Trane, Carrier, Airedale, Hitachi, Mitsubishi) and knowledge of their product lines and service protocols
* Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities; familiarity with diagnostic tools/software is a plus
* Effective verbal and written communication; able to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
* Proficient level of Health and Safety/CDM management
* Strong planning and administrative skills; experience with maintenance management software is advantageous
* Stakeholder management skills with outstanding customer service
* A relevant Health & Safety qualification such as IOSH / NEBOSH
* Ability to report deficiencies in systems or equipment that may affect service delivery, health and safety or the environment
* Use of work equipment and PPE in accordance with training
* Report issues or training needs to Line Manager or via incident reporting system
* This role may require entry to high-risk or forensically clean areas; willingness to participate in DNA sample collection as part of forensics standards
Our market-leading offering provides benefits to suit your lifestyle, including virtual GP, Salary Finance, Choices for flexible benefits, high street discounts via MiDeals, cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, and employee recognition programs.
Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company.
Together our diversity makes us stronger.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Facilities Services and Repair and Maintenance
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