Location: Blackburn
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday)
Contract: Permanent
Sellick Partnership are delighted to be supporting a well‑established public sector organisation in the recruitment of a Lead Mechanical Fitter. This is a key role responsible for delivering high‑quality maintenance, repairs and inspections across a range of mechanical building services—ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation, standards and operational procedures.
Role Overview
As Lead Mechanical Fitter, you will play a proactive and hands‑on role in maintaining the mechanical systems across a busy healthcare estate. You will carry out both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive tasks, ensuring statutory and contractual obligations are consistently met. You will work as part of a dedicated facilities maintenance team, contributing to the safe, efficient and reliable operation of the estate and supporting the continuous delivery of essential healthcare services.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on mechanical and related building services in line with the PPM schedule, personal competence and training.
* Respond promptly to reactive maintenance and breakdown requests, in accordance with contract requirements.
* Assist with installation works for minor upgrades and adaptation projects across the estate.
* Support systematic fault‑finding and diagnosis of mechanical issues, ensuring safe and effective resolution.
* Contribute to maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with all relevant guidance and legislation.
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience working within a mechanical maintenance environment.
* NVQ Level 3 in Maintenance Services (or equivalent qualification).
* Practical experience working with:
o Air Handling Units (AHUs)
o Fan Coil Units (FCUs)
o LTHW systems
o Pumps, pipework and valves
o Chilled and potable water systems
o Water hygiene systems
* Pipe fitting experience (desirable).
If you feel well‑suited to the role, please apply, or for more information, contact Josh Meek at Sellick Partnership Ltd - Derby office.
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