Job Description

Job Introduction
Full time Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work as required by the business; Up to 42000 per annum Opportunities for professional development Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

Mechanical Engineer

Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE37 1PA - Full time

Engineer a brighter future.


You'll keep things running, we'll fast-track your career as a

Mechanical Engineer with Sodexo, we believe operational excellence starts with you, as your versatile skills contribute to the maintenance and continuous development of our prestigious client facilities.


Join our team and play a key role in delivering excellence and innovation in Hard FM and Technical Facilities Services.

As a Mechanical Engineer you'll:

Keep Equipment Running

: Carry out mechanical maintenance and repairs to ensure everything works as it should.

Diagnose & Fix Issues

: Investigate faults and carry out repairs within your technical ability(with the ability to be RP and CP status for the site).

Quality Work

: Ensure all work meets industry and Sodexo standards - whether it's your work or subcontractors'.

Support the Team

: Help train and support colleagues in developing technical skills.

Work Safely

: Always follow safety rules and make sure others (including subcontractors) do too.

Handle Emergencies

: Be part of the emergency response team and assist in critical situations when needed.

Communication

: Keep in touch with managers and system users about work orders, using tools like SAP (CAFM).

Sustainability Focus

: Be mindful of cost and environmental impact when performing technical tasks.

What we're looking for:

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Minimum 5 years of relevant hands-on experience Full UK driving licence Strong knowledge of industry standards like SFG20 Comfortable working independently and prioritising tasks Health & Safety awareness (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH) Good communication skills Computer literate (Microsoft Office, maintenance systems)

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

Belong in a company and team that values you for you.

Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.

Thrive in your own way.


We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers (also open to friends and family) Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit Sodexo UK and Irelands enhanced benefits and leave policies

A little more about Sodexo:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.


We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, SoTogether, Generations and Origins.


We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.


Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Ready to be part of something greater?

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Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications