Job reference: PSX-029867
Salary: £37,694 - £46,049 per annum, depending on relevant experience
Faculty/Organisational Unit: Professional Services
Location: Oxford Road
Employment type: Permanent
Division/Team: Facilities Maintenance and Compliance
Hours Per Week: 35
Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 30/10/2025
Contract Duration: Permanent
School/Directorate: Directorate of Estates and Facilities

Job Description

The University of Manchester Facilities Maintenance and Compliance Unit are seeking to appoint a dynamic and experienced Mechanical Engineer.

We are looking for a candidate that can:

Support the Mechanical Engineering team in delivering quality mechanical/HVAC installations work across the University estate,

Develop working relationships with both internal/external designers, contractors, commissioning engineers and other project team members to ensure HVAC designs & installations comply with university requirements and are installed and commissioned correctly.

Manage and monitor all mechanical/HVAC installation work on site and produce reports as required, including monitoring costs against budget.

As an ideal candidate you will have:

Minimum of HND (Level 5 BTEC) in Building Services (or equivalent) together with substantial vocational experience

An established track record and experience in a mechanical/HVAC construction environment

Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary environment with technical staff and external contractors.

Experience of producing detailed technical specifications for the design and installation of HVAC services.

Experience of project management for the installation of HVAC services.

Experience of producing detailed technical reports and correspondence/communication.

Be proficient in clear oral communication.

Experience of working to tight deadlines.

Experience of monitoring, overseeing or managing HVAC commissioning activities.

Must be proficient and have a good understanding in:

  • Mechanical (HVAC) engineering regulations and guidance (i.e. CIBSE, BSRIA, BESA).
  • The Approved Code of Practice and Guidance for Legionella, L8
  • Building Regulations.
  • Health and Safety Legislation (inc CDM Regulations 1995).
  • Water Fittings Regulations
  • The Gas Safety Regulations

Must be capable and physically fit enough to access all parts of the University’s estate including working at height, working in confined spaces, plant rooms, tank rooms etc. This largely an active & physically demanding role with some desktop work.

As one of the leading Universities our employees enjoy exclusive access to excellent benefits and schemes including:

  • Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure.
  • Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family.
  • Well-being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities.
  • Season ticket loans for public transport.
  • Learning and development opportunities.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Workplace nursery scheme.
  • Staff recognition schemes.
  • Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings.

In fact, there are so many benefits available you can see more of them by clicking HERE

To find out more about us please visit https://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk. Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: FMC Operational Services

Email: FMCOperationalServices@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.


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