Facilities Mechanical Engineer

Job Description:

SECURITY CLEARANCE:You will be subject to BPSS and Export Control checks (including a criminal record check).

LOCATION:Filton (80% of your working week must be office based) and Newport (Airbus Estates)

TYPE:Full time

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

• Financial Reward:Competitive salary annual profit share contributory pension share options car leasing scheme free onsite parking season ticket loan tax-free technology scheme discounted shopping and much more

• Work / Life Balance:35 hour week flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off hybrid working

• Personal Development:Personalised development planAirbus Leadership Universityand unlimited access to 10000 E-learning courses internal mobility including international opportunities

• Health & Wellbeing:Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support) Employee Assistance Programme discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests cycle-to-work scheme on-site canteen and coffee shop

• Family and Caregiving:Life assurance enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay) adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave

• Inclusive Environment:Wellbeing room Multi-faith room Employee Representative Groups (Gender LGBTQ International Generational Disability Social & Cultural Diversity Neurodiversity)

We are looking for a Facilities Mechanical Engineer to join the Facilities Management & Real Estate (FMRE) team covering the Airbus estates primarily at Filton and Newport. This role involves driving the strategic direction investment planning and operational delivery for critical site infrastructure. A core element of this position is providing robust technical oversight guidance and driving high-performance delivery from our outsourced facilities management partners while supporting the in-house team with technical problem-solving.

This is an amazing opportunity for someone who has carved out a strong career within Mechanical services and possesses deep statutory compliance knowledge. If you are highly skilled at managing major tier-one subcontractors and want to play a key role in shaping our estates future we encourage you to apply.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM

• Contract & Subcontractor Delivery: Drive operational excellence and accountability from our outsourced partners. Identify agree and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

• Infrastructure & Asset Strategy: Define and execute short- and long-term strategies investment plans and operational delivery for critical site assets including HVAC/temperature control internal/external surface & foul water systems roller/final exit doors and passenger/goods lifts.

• BMS Operational Interface: Act as the primary operational user and core focal point for the Building Management System (BMS) to monitor and manage plant operation.

• Statutory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) Written Schemes and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspections are kept up to date via statutory inspection service providers.

  • Oversee fire suppression gas systems breathing air and compressed air compliance.

  • Serve as the site interface for company auditors insurers and external authorities regarding Permits to Work (e.g. Confined Spaces) and Control of Impairment Notices.

• Project Support & Tendering: Support engineering projects from initial request to final handover. Provide precise specification requirements into tender documentation to ensure all installations meet strict QA and company standards.

• Financial Governance: Assist in the general preparation and management of operational (OPEX) and capital (CAPEX) budgets ensuring adherence to corporate Procurement Financial and Quality policies.

• Continuous Improvement: Identify and support the implementation of energy carbon emission reduction and continuous improvement projects sharing cross-site and divisional best practices.

ABOUT YOU

• Technical Background: A strong proven background within Mechanical Building Services Engineering with deep knowledge of HVAC ventilation and complex mechanical drainage systems.

• Contract Management Experience: Robust experience managing major outsourced subcontractors (ideally tier-one providers like CBRE) with the ability to address and rectify any non-compliance with policies practices or procedures.

• Strong Legislation & H&S Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of current UK legislation including CDM regulations management of legionella (L8 ACoP) PSSR and general health & safety frameworks.

• Commercial Acumen: Ability to technically evaluate and assess supplier proposals manage asset lifecycles and ensure the business is achieving maximum value for money.

• Communication & Collaboration: Demonstrate stakeholder management skills with the ability to act as a UK & Transnational representative within your specific scope of expertise.

Required (Essential) Skills & Qualifications

Technical & Regulatory Expertise

• Mechanical Engineering Foundation: A strong technical background with a relevant qualification (e.g. NVQ L3 HNC or equivalent experience) related to Mechanical Facilities/Building Services Engineering.

• HVAC & Building Services: Hands-on technical knowledge of complex HVAC ventilation and mechanical drainage/welfare facilities.

• Statutory Compliance & Legislation: Direct experience navigating and ensuring compliance with UK regulations for example:

  • PSSR (Pressure Systems Safety Regulations)

  • Legionella Control / Water Management (L8 ACoP)

  • CDM Regulations (Construction Design and Management)

• BMS & Control Systems: Practical experience using and interfacing with Building Management Systems (BMS) to track troubleshoot and optimise plant performance.

• Safe Systems of Work: Solid understanding of Permit to Work systems (e.g. Confined Spaces Hot Works) and managing Impairment Notices.

Subcontractor & Commercial Management

• Tier-1 Supplier Governance: Proven track record of managing and driving performance from major outsourced Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) partners holding them accountable to strict KPIs and SLAs.

• Commercial Acumen: The ability to technically evaluate supplier quotes review scope variations and ensure value for money on maintenance and minor works.

• Budget Support: Experience assisting with the preparation forecasting and tracking of operational (OPEX) and capital (CAPEX) budgets.

Desirable (Optional) Skills & Qualifications

• Health & Safety Certification: A recognised safety qualification such as NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely.

• Sustainability & Energy Management: Experience identifying and implementing carbon reduction energy efficiency or sustainability initiatives.

• Professional Membership: Registration or membership with an engineering body such as CIBSE IMechE or IWFM.

• Transnational Experience: Experience working across multi-site networks or collaborating within broader European/international corporate engineering standards.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

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