Lead Mechanical Engineer – Hospital
Location: Hammersmith Hospital, London (W12)
Hours: Monday to Friday, Days
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Overtime + Benefits
Contract: Permanent | Static Hospital Site
We are recruiting a Lead Mechanical Engineer to work on a large, live hospital estate in Hammersmith.
This role is suited to a Lead Mechanical Engineer with strong building services experience who is ready to take responsibility for mechanical systems while remaining hands-on in a critical healthcare environment.
Role overview
As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will take ownership of mechanical maintenance across the hospital estate, supporting safe, compliant operation of critical plant.
Duties include:
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Planned and reactive mechanical maintenance within a hospital environment
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Working on pumps, motors, pipework, plant rooms and AHUs
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Acting as the mechanical technical lead on site
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Supporting statutory compliance, permits and safe systems of work
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Supervising specialist subcontractors and suppliers
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Completing reports, documentation and maintenance records
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Supporting service delivery in a live, operational healthcare setting
This is a hands-on role with added responsibility and visibility.
Candidate requirements
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Mechanical qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 or equivalent)
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Strong background in mechanical building services maintenance
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Experience operating as a Lead Mechanical Engineer or stepping up into a Lead Mechanical Engineer role
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Confident with paperwork, reports and compliance documentation
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Healthcare or critical environment experience is beneficial but not essential
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Professional, calm approach suited to hospital environments
Package
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Salary up to £50,000
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Overtime available
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Monday–Friday working pattern
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Digital healthcare
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Blue Light Card
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Mortgage, retail and restaurant discounts
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Eyecare vouchers
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Flexible benefits
If you are a Lead Mechanical Engineer looking for a stable, weekday role in a hospital environment, apply now