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Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Pharmaceutical Research Facility
Location: Saffron Walden
Hours: Monday to Friday (Days)

Purpose of the Role

To provide mechanical maintenance support across a large pharmaceutical research facility, ensuring all building services, plant, and critical systems are maintained to a high standard. The role will involve planned and reactive maintenance, fault-finding, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

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Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on mechanical plant and building services equipment

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Respond to reactive maintenance and breakdowns promptly and professionally

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Maintain and repair pumps, valves, pipework, AHUs, HVAC plant and associated equipment

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Assist with the installation and commissioning of new mechanical systems and equipment

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Support water systems maintenance including hot and cold-water services

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Ensure all work is completed in line with GMP, site standards and health & safety regulations

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Complete job sheets, service documentation and maintenance records accurately

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Monitor plant performance and report any defects or potential improvements

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Work closely with other engineers, contractors and site management

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Provide support to wider maintenance operations as required

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

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NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering, Plumbing, HVAC or similar

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Proven experience in mechanical maintenance within commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, research or manufacturing environments

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Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability

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Good understanding of pumps, valves, heating and cooling systems

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Knowledge of H&S, permits, and site safety procedures

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Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads

Desirable:

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Experience working in GxP / GMP environments or regulated cleanroom facilities

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Knowledge of HVAC controls, BMS, or chilled water systems

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Experience within high-containment or laboratory environments

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Additional mechanical or HVAC certifications