The Vacancy
Mechanical Engineer
Location: Inside the m2
Contract: JLL – Aviva
We have an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer with strong expertise in HVAC systems, ventilation, heating and plumbing. Responsibilities to include but not restricted to carrying out PPM's on a wide variety of HVAC and mechanical systems, including various plant and equipment., Diagnose faults and resolve reactive jobs in line with necessary SLA's, Maintain and repair mechanical plant including, Fans, Vents, pressurisation units, pipework, pumps, motors.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and service HVAC, ventilation, and heating systems for commercial
Produce factually correct reports, evidence and job sheets for all mechanical works.
Conduct site surveys, inspections, PPM's, Reactive, remedial and quoted works.
Work collaboratively with all other trades and support the team in completing basic PPM's and maintenance outside of your field when required
Complete regular site visits and become a point of service for the clients and other trades requiring mechanical support
Provide technical guidance to project teams and junior engineers.
Light upskilling and training to help the team improve and start to push self-delivery of all possible tasks on the portfolio
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience in HVAC, ventilation, and heating system's
Unvented water systems
Strong understanding of planned preventative maintenance .
Basic Knowledge of UK building regulations and standards (e.g., CIBSE, BS EN standards).
Excellent problem‑solving ability and attention to detail.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Suitable Qualifications
Candidates should ideally possess one or more of the following:
Unvented water systems
Time spent mechanical engineer with level 3 NVQ in the relevant qualification.
Basic electrical skills
HVAC experience,
Plumbing experience
TMV servicing L8 beneficial
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.
To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting
Work for Wates
Wates is one of the UK's leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment.
We are driven by our purpose, 'reimagining places for people to thrive' and our three promises:
Thriving places – working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity.
Thriving planet – protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners.
Thriving people – creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in, and treated with care.
We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer. We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.
Work for Wates
Wates Group is one of the largest, and most successful family-owned private construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. We are building a place to work where everyone belongs, by one small act of inclusion at a time. We celebrate difference and welcome diversity.
As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.
The Wates Group are committed to three ambitious environmental targets for 2025: Zero Waste, and Zero Carbon, from our operations and Positive Nature Enhancement. Wates are pushing to take a leading role in reducing our industry's environmental impact.