Maintenance Operative – Mechanical / HVAC

The Opportunity

We're looking for a proactive and technically capable Maintenance Operative with a mechanical/HVAC background to join our established engineering team at Pareto FM.

You'll be responsible for delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs and general building maintenance, ensuring our client's mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems remain safe, efficient and fully operational.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-supported site team, with access to ongoing training, development and progression through our in-house Skills Academy.

You'll work alongside experienced engineers, a supervisor and a dedicated management team, giving you the support and resources needed to succeed.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across the client's premises.

• Maintaining and supporting mechanical, HVAC and associated building services systems.

• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs to plant and equipment within your competence.

• Monitoring HVAC systems to maintain comfortable environmental conditions throughout the building.

• Responding to Building Management System (BMS) alarms and undertaking first-line fault diagnostics.

• Carrying out routine plant inspections, operational checks and building walk-rounds.

• Undertaking minor repairs, maintenance tasks and small installation works as required.

• Supporting specialist subcontractors during servicing, maintenance and repair visits.

• Ensuring plant rooms, equipment and working areas are maintained to a high standard.

• Completing PPM records, work orders and maintenance documentation accurately using simPRO.

• Maintaining statutory compliance records, logbooks, test reports and service documentation.

• Identifying and reporting potential health and safety hazards, equipment faults and maintenance issues.

• Escalating any statutory maintenance activities that cannot be completed.

• Communicating effectively with colleagues, contractors and client representatives to minimise disruption.

• Supporting the wider engineering team to ensure a safe, reliable and responsive maintenance service.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with a practical, hands-on approach, strong technical knowledge and a commitment to delivering excellent service.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 qualification in a relevant mechanical or HVAC discipline.

• F-Gas Category 1 certification.

• Previous experience in mechanical maintenance, HVAC maintenance or building services.

• Experience carrying out planned and reactive maintenance.

• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

• Understanding of mechanical plant, HVAC systems and associated building services.

• Good awareness of health and safety procedures and safe working practices.

• Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and compliance documentation.

• Strong communication skills and a professional, customer-focused approach.

Experience working in a commercial facilities management environment and familiarity with CAFM systems such as simPRO would be advantageous.

Your Team and Support

You'll be joining an established, fully supported site team consisting of:

• Six engineers

• A dedicated Site Manager

• An Engineering Supervisor

• Two administrative support colleagues

You'll have access to experienced colleagues and management support, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality maintenance services while continuing to develop your technical skills.

On-Call and Working Arrangements

The role includes participation in a 1-in-5 on-call rota, with a £200 standby payment for the on-call period.

Additional overtime may be required depending on operational and client requirements, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Training and Career Development

At Pareto FM, we're committed to investing in our people and helping them develop their careers.

You'll benefit from:

• Access to our in-house Skills Academy.

• Practical, on-the-job training alongside experienced engineers.

• Opportunities to broaden your technical knowledge and develop new skills.

• Ongoing support from your supervisor and management team.

• Opportunities for career progression within Pareto FM.

Why Join Pareto FM?

At Pareto FM, we believe great facilities management starts with great people.

We're a people-focused business that values teamwork, technical expertise and a genuine commitment to delivering excellent service.

You'll be joining an established team where your contribution is valued, your development is supported and you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference.

Interested?

If you're a qualified mechanical/HVAC maintenance professional looking for a varied role within a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join the Pareto FM team.