Engineer

Join Our Team as a Mechanical Engineer!

Are you ready to make a difference? We’re on the lookout for a passionate Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team at Cambridgeshire County Council in beautiful Huntingdon.

Location & Hours

Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire (with occasional travel to various sites required)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm (includes a one-hour lunch break; out-of-hours cover may be required)

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

Your Role

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be an integral part of our Facilities Management team, ensuring that our maintenance services are top-notch across all Cambridgeshire County Council sites. This mobile role will see you based at New Shire Hall, tackling a variety of planned and reactive maintenance tasks. You’ll be the go-to person for mechanical issues, helping to keep our buildings safe, compliant, and fully operational. If you thrive on variety, enjoy problem-solving, and want to make a real impact in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Perform planned preventative maintenance tasks, including Legionella compliance, HVAC systems, pumps, compressors, and AHUs.
• Respond to reactive maintenance requests, diagnose faults, and carry out repairs on mechanical systems and plumbing.
• Accurately record all maintenance activities using our CAFM system via mobile technology.
• Liaise with the helpdesk and contract management team, and induct subcontractors to ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota and conduct weekly site inspections.

What We’re Looking For

This role is a great fit for you if:

• You hold a full driving license and relevant qualifications such as City and Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3.
• You have experience with renewables, heat pumps, air conditioning, air handling units, and general mechanical maintenance in commercial properties.
• You’re confident using mobile technology to update work systems and communicate effectively with teams and clients.
• You’re comfortable with the physical aspects of the role and are committed to maintaining the highest health and safety standards.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer our amazing team a wide range of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Join us and discover the perks of being part of our community!

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace is a top priority. We’re committed to continuous improvement and value the contributions of all our employees in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

Background Checks

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. We treat applicants with convictions on a case-by-case basis and do not discriminate based on conviction history.

We can’t wait to see your application! Join us and be part of something great at Kier!