Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Derby City Centre & Surrounding Areas Hours: 37 hrs per week Role Type: Full Time) Pay: PAYE £36.00/hr | UTR £46.40/hr

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of this role is to lead mechanical engineering activities across a diverse portfolio of Council-owned buildings, working closely with schools and other organisations responsible for maintenance. The role ensures that mechanical systems are maintained, compliant with statutory and regulatory standards, and optimised for safe, efficient operation.
You will play a key role in supporting the Council's building programme, providing engineering expertise, inspection, reporting, and guidance on mechanical systems including heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, and other building services.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

Provide heating and mechanical design services as required to support the Council's building programme

Deliver design, contract administration, and maintenance services for mechanical systems in Council buildings or similar projects

Conduct site and condition surveys of mechanical services and installations

Produce detailed reports including defect diagnosis, priority recommendations, costings, and identification of legislative breaches

Ensure mechanical systems are designed and maintained in compliance with health & safety requirements, including energy and water conservation considerations

Supervise contractors during installation phases, monitoring progress, technical content, and quality of workmanship

Ensure compliance with quality standards and monitor their application on site

Consult with statutory bodies, utilities, and external stakeholders where required

Work with schools and other organisations with maintenance responsibilities for Council-owned buildings (or other buildings) to ensure that such sites are aware of their maintenance needs and priorities

Support the implementation of preventive and reactive maintenance strategies to optimise system performance and reliability

Skills & Experience

Substantial experience in a senior mechanical engineering role, including planned preventative and reactive maintenance

Proven ability to conduct inspections, surveys, and technical reporting on mechanical installations

Experience in design, contract administration, and supervision of mechanical systems

Strong knowledge of statutory compliance requirements and health & safety legislation relevant to building services

Excellent communication skills, able to engage with contractors, internal teams, schools, and regulatory bodies

Professional, methodical, and capable of working independently at senior level

Qualifications

Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mechanical Engineering required.

Relevant professional experience to demonstrate competence at senior level in mechanical engineering

Membership or working towards membership of a recognised professional body (e.g., CIBSE, IMechE) is desirable

Personal Attributes

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong project management and organisational abilities

Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities

Collaborative and able to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams

Professional and methodical approach with attention to detail

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a senior, technically responsible role supporting the Council's mechanical building services. You will have the chance to influence maintenance standards, ensure compliance across multiple sites, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions that have a real impact on public-sector facilities.

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Location:
Derby
Salary:
Up to £36 per hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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