Mechanical Manager - Facilities

Mechanical Manager - Facilities company - Edinburgh - Salary up to £55,000 

CBW are recruiting for a Mechanical Manager to join a eam within a major healthcare estate.

This is a full-time, permanent role working 37.5 hours per week.

A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are offered.

This key role involves leading the mechanical service delivery across a large, complex site.

Systems include Ventilation (including LEVs and Fire Dampers), Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Boilers, Generators, Water Systems, and others.

As one of two Mechanical Managers, you will be responsible for ensuring building services are delivered safely, compliantly, and effectively, supporting the operational needs of a critical environment.

Duties & Responsibilities 

Lead and manage planned and reactive maintenance across all mechanical systems in line with SLAs, KPIs, and compliance requirements.

Ensure the health and safety of the mechanical team and service partners, delivering Toolbox Talks and regular updates.

Act as the primary contact for mechanical escalations and technical issues.

Develop strong working relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance, including adherence to relevant technical standards such as SHTMs.

Support HR functions including team development, performance management, and recruitment.

Provide technical support on projects and contribute to lifecycle planning.

Deliver management reporting based on performance data and service trends.

Mentor and support the development of the Mechanical team, promoting best practices and a collaborative culture.

Salary & Benefits 

Competitive salary and benefits

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life cover at 2x salary

Employee discount schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle to work scheme

Option to purchase additional holidays

2 CSR (corporate social responsibility) days per year

Broad learning and development opportunities

Attractive employee referral programme

Access to employee support networks

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and mental wellbeing app access

To be considered: 

Served an apprenticeship in HVAC or equivalent qualification/experience

Holds a relevant technical and management qualification

Proven experience in a management or supervisory position

Experience in healthcare or other critical environments preferred

Held or can obtain Appointed Person status (Ventilation)

Working knowledge of relevant standards, including SHTMs

City & Guilds 2079 (F-Gas) certification is desirable

Experience with Fire Damper Testing

Membership of a professional body (e.g., IHEEM)

Health and Safety qualifications such as IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH, CDM, or SMSTS

Must be able to obtain and maintain Basic Disclosure Scotland clearance