Mechanical Manager - Facilities company - Edinburgh - Salary up to £55,000
CBW are recruiting for a Mechanical Manager to join a eam within a major healthcare estate. This is a full-time, permanent role working 37.5 hours per week. A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are offered.
This key role involves leading the mechanical service delivery across a large, complex site. Systems include Ventilation (including LEVs and Fire Dampers), Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Boilers, Generators, Water Systems, and others.
As one of two Mechanical Managers, you will be responsible for ensuring building services are delivered safely, compliantly, and effectively, supporting the operational needs of a critical environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Lead and manage planned and reactive maintenance across all mechanical systems in line with SLAs, KPIs, and compliance requirements.
Ensure the health and safety of the mechanical team and service partners, delivering Toolbox Talks and regular updates.
Act as the primary contact for mechanical escalations and technical issues.
Develop strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.
Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance, including adherence to relevant technical standards such as SHTMs.
Support HR functions including team development, performance management, and recruitment.
Provide technical support on projects and contribute to lifecycle planning.
Deliver management reporting based on performance data and service trends.
Mentor and support the development of the Mechanical team, promoting best practices and a collaborative culture.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits
25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
Life cover at 2x salary
Employee discount schemes
Discounted gym memberships
Cycle to work scheme
Option to purchase additional holidays
2 CSR (corporate social responsibility) days per year
Broad learning and development opportunities
Attractive employee referral programme
Access to employee support networks
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and mental wellbeing app access
To be considered:
Served an apprenticeship in HVAC or equivalent qualification/experience
Holds a relevant technical and management qualification
Proven experience in a management or supervisory position
Experience in healthcare or other critical environments preferred
Held or can obtain Appointed Person status (Ventilation)
Working knowledge of relevant standards, including SHTMs
City & Guilds 2079 (F-Gas) certification is desirable
Experience with Fire Damper Testing
Membership of a professional body (e.g., IHEEM)
Health and Safety qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH, CDM, or SMSTS
Must be able to obtain and maintain Basic Disclosure Scotland clearance