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Posted 21 July, 2026

Mechanical Engineer - Cambridge

RG Setsquare
CB1, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

️ 🚨 We’re Hiring: Shift Mechanical Engineer 🚨 &99;οΈπŸ”§ πŸ“ Cambridge πŸ’· Β£50,000 + Benefits 🏒 Leading UK Facilities Management Provider | πŸ’Š Pharmaceutical Environment | &99;️ Critical Building Services ⏰ Full-Time | Permanent | Continental Shift Pattern πŸ“… Shift Pattern: '05; 2 Days On / 2 Days Off '05; 3 Days On / 3 Days Off πŸ”„ Rotating shift pattern offering an excellent work-life balance We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a leading UK Facilities Management provider, supporting a prestigious Pharmaceutical contract in Cambridge. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly regulated, critical environment where reliability, compliance, and operational excellence are essential to site performance. πŸ”§ What you’ll be doing: πŸ› οΈ Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across mechanical and building services systems 🌬️ Maintaining and repairing HVAC systems, pumps, pipework, pressurised systems, and associated mechanical plant πŸ” Diagnosing faults and carrying out effective root cause analysis to minimise downtime &99;️ Ensuring the safe and efficient operation of critical mechanical infrastructure πŸ“‹ Completing maintenance records, compliance documentation, and reports accurately 🦺 Working in line with GMP standards, health & safety regulations, and site procedures πŸ“ˆ Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and energy efficiency 🀝 Working closely with clients, stakeholders, subcontractors, and the wider engineering team to maintain service excellence πŸ“Š Supporting contractual KPIs and service delivery standards '05; Maintaining high standards of workmanship, professionalism, and customer service at all times πŸ‘·β€&42;️ What we’re looking for: πŸ”Ή Mechanical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship, or equivalent) πŸ”Ή Experience within Facilities Management, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, or other regulated environments πŸ”Ή Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, pumps, pipework, pressurised systems, and mechanical building services πŸ”Ή Proven experience delivering both planned and reactive maintenance πŸ”Ή Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities πŸ”Ή Strong understanding of health & safety and statutory compliance requirements πŸ”Ή Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, critical environment πŸ”Ή Good communication and stakeholder management skills πŸ”Ή Proactive and customer-focused approach to service delivery ⭐ Desirable: '05; Experience working within GMP-controlled environments '05; Knowledge of pharmaceutical compliance requirements '05; Experience using CAFM systems '05; IOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification '05; Experience supporting energy efficiency and continuous improvement projects '05; Experience working on critical infrastructure and business-critical systems πŸ’Ό What’s on offer: πŸ’· Β£50,000 salary πŸ’Š Opportunity to work on a high-profile Pharmaceutical contract 🏒 Permanent position with a leading UK Facilities Management provider πŸ“… Continental Shift Pattern: β€’ 2 Days On / 2 Days Off β€’ 3 Days On / 3 Days Off πŸ“ˆ Excellent career progression opportunities πŸŽ“ Ongoing training and professional development &99;️ Exposure to a highly regulated, technically challenging environment πŸ”’ Stable, long-term contract 🎁 Comprehensive benefits package 🀝 Supportive and professional working environment πŸ”§ If you're a skilled Mechanical Engineer looking to develop your career within a critical pharmaceutical environment, we'd love to hear from you