Maintenance Technician

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00
Salary: £31,000 - £33,000

About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Maintenance Technician in Portsmouth. This is a key role in ensuring the reliable operation and maintenance of critical mechanical systems across a busy environment.

You will be responsible for carrying out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on a variety of mechanical systems, with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and high standards of service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine boiler tests and mechanical maintenance tasks (training provided)
• Prepare plant and equipment for insurance inspections
• Work safely on steam and hot water systems under a Permit to Work system
• Diagnose faults and maintain complex systems in line with PSSR and other regulations
• Support the Estates Management team in delivering a 24-hour maintenance service
• Liaise with hospital departments to resolve maintenance issues professionally and efficiently
• Carry a radio for immediate response and undertake training as required
• Work in confined spaces and challenging environments when necessary

Qualifications and Experience

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or approved equivalent
• NVQ Level 2 (or higher) or equivalent relevant experience
• Demonstrable experience in a relevant mechanical maintenance role
• City & Guilds in steam maintenance or BOAS certification
• Experience with calorifiers, PHEs, pipe fitting, industrial hot water systems
• Knowledge of specialist pressure systems
• Familiarity with other trades is advantageous

The ideal candidate will bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, a flexible and proactive mindset, the ability to work independently or collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, and have a customer-focused attitude rooted in a commitment to service excellence.

About us:

Daniel Owen is an established recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of quality, temporary and permanent workers to all roles in the Built Environment. Working with some of the UK's largest and most respected construction, maintenance and engineering companies.

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