ROLE: Shift Mechanical Engineer
SHIFT: Day shift - 0600 - 1800, Night Shift 18:00-0600 Week 1 - 4 nights, 3 off Week 2 - 3 days 1 off 3 nights Week 3 - 3 off, 4 days Week 4 - 7 off
LOCATION: Ellesmere Port
At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for a Shift Mechanical Engineer who will help deliver high‑quality maintenance services across the contract.
Role Responsibilities
* Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance and complete all required paperwork.
* Respond to reactive and emergency breakdowns, ensuring accurate documentation.
* Assist other team members as directed by the Supervisor or Contract Manager.
* Ensure all tasks are completed within contractual time scales.
* Proactively support energy‑reduction initiatives on site.
* Supervise visiting sub‑contractors, ensuring high standards and Health & Safety compliance.
* Adopt a flexible attitude to support additional properties when required.
* Complete all documentation accurately and on time.
* Work safely, diligently, and in line with company policies and procedures.
* Participate fully in training and appraisal activities.
* Undertake additional duties in line with capability as required.
Required Qualifications
* City & Guilds Level II/III (or equivalent) in relevant mechanical disciplines.
* Experience in maintenance, testing, and fault‑finding on a range of equipment including boiler plant, ventilation, pumps, generators, switchgear, batteries, and lighting systems.
* Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe working practices.
* Proactive approach with strong customer‑care focus.
* Good communication skills.
* Ability to diagnose, anticipate, and repair faults.
* Capable of completing essential paperwork accurately and promptly.
What's in it for you?
* The opportunity to be part of a supportive, people‑driven culture.
* Training, development, and career progression in line with Mitie's values.
* A workplace where fresh thinking, innovation, and safety are at the heart of everything we do.
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