Mechanical maintenance engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Engineer (Plumbing Background)
Location: Hortonwood, Telford
Hours: Monday – Thursday 7:00am – 4:00pm, Friday 7:00am – early finish
Salary: £38,482

About the Role:
Gap Personnel is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with a strong plumbing background to join our client on-site in Hortonwood, Telford. You will carry out both planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and water systems while supporting safe and efficient site operations.

Key Responsibilities as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance, inspections, testing, and repairs on mechanical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and hot/cold water systems.
• Read, understand, and follow technical diagrams, schematics, and manufacturer instructions.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical and plumbing faults using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Repair, replace, and install building services equipment, fixtures, and mechanical components.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and general building maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of work, highlighting defects or follow-up requirements.
• Collaborate with specialist contractors as needed.
• Participate in stock control and management of tools, materials, and spare parts.
• Conduct TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) activities per schedule.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and follow 5S principles in your work area.
• Participate in out-of-hours/on-call rota to maintain essential site services.
• Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.

Essential Qualifications & Skills as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer:

• City & Guilds 6035-03
• City & Guilds 6036-03
• Experience with commercial gas heating systems
• Strong mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills
• HVAC safety certificate
• Welding and fabrication skills (MG welding advantageous)
• Experience working on industrial doors

Knowledge & Experience:

• Able to perform physically demanding tasks (climbing, crawling, prolonged standing, manual handling)
• Skilled in safe use and maintenance of power tools
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and civil systems in building/industrial environments
• Understanding of engineering codes, standards, and regulations
• Competent with standard engineering instruments

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this vacancy of as a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer please email your CV to (url removed)

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