Mechanical Manager - Insight Executive Group Limited : Job Details

Mechanical Manager

Healthcare - Technical Services

East London

Salary - £60,000 to £65,000

Insight Executive are working with a specialist FM Service Provider to recruit a Mechanical Manager for a healthcare account in East London. In the role of Mechanical Manager, you will oversee the delivery of the Mechanical Technical Services including PPM, servicing, breakdown, compliance, in a safe working environment.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering professional looking to take on a leadership role within a dynamic and essential healthcare environment. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance, performance standards, and the seamless delivery of technical engineering services in line with contractual and KPI requirements.

What you’ll do:

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of engineers to ensure optimal performance and compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain a safe and compliant environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ensure statutory legislation and HTM (Health Technical Memoranda) compliance, managing mechanical systems such as HVAC, MTHW, Medical Gas, and Ventilation.
• Drive energy management initiatives to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including NHS Trust representatives and Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) management teams.
• Oversee sub-contractors and service partners, ensuring service delivery meets contract requirements.
• Manage financial budgets effectively and ensure cost-efficient service delivery.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain compliance and identify areas for improvement.
• Be part of the on-call rota, providing essential out-of-hours support when required.

Ideal Candidate

• A Mechanical City & Guilds Qualification or similar
• HNC/ONC or similar
• Strong HTM knowledge
• Thorough understanding of M&E systems including HVAC, MTHW, Medical Gas Systems, Ventilation Systems
• Sound knowledge of Legionella prevention and management in Hospitals
• F-Gas, Gas Safe knowledge or certification
• Current of previous AP qualifications - Water, Ventilation, Medical Gas or Pressure Systems
• Sound Knowledge of Health & Safety, IOSH certification
• Sound Building Management System Knowledge
• A customer/client facing attitude and excellent people management skills
• Experience in managing, coaching and influencing individuals and teams
• Clear DBS check and Occupational Health check