Mechanical Engineer - HIU - Southampton
Mechanical Engineer – HIU
FULL TIME – 40 HOURS
Salary: Competitive (Subject to knowledge and experience)
Location: Southampton and Surrounding Areas
Reporting to: Assistant Technical Service Manager
About Corrigenda Ltd
Corrigenda is a trusted provider of facilities management and building maintenance services across the South of England. With a strong reputation for reliability, quality, and personal service, we’ve proudly supported public and private sector clients for over two decades.
As part of the Apleona Group, a leading European real estate and facility management organisation, we combine local expertise with the strength and innovation of a major international group. This partnership enhances our ability to deliver smarter, more sustainable solutions, while staying true to our core values of professionalism, respect, and long-term commitment.
Joining Corrigenda means becoming part of a team that values traditional craftsmanship, invests in its people, and looks ahead to a bright, innovative future in facilities management.
Job Summary
Due to our continued growth, Corrigenda is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Mechanical Engineer to carry out a wide range of planned and reactive mechanical and plumbing tasks across the Southampton and Portsmouth region.
The role involves working across a varied portfolio including schools, care homes, council buildings, and domestic properties (including HIUs). While most of the work is within commercial environments private & public sectors, there will also be some domestic properties included.
Typical duties will include the installation, maintenance, and repair of expansion vessels, safety valves, radiators, pipework, AHU coils, pressurisation units, heat interface units, fan convectors, and associated systems. Work will be carried out on both potable and non-potable systems.
Key Responsibilities Include
(but not limited to):
• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across the estate (within capabilities and training)
• Supporting the business and developing apprentices in learning new skills
• Work on own or as part of team to meet required deadlines and contract performance standards
• Work flexible working hours to suit business requirements
• Work safely at all times, including working at height as required
• Liaise with sub-contractors / other parts the business to complete necessary repairs as required
• Any other tasks required by company within skill set / experience
Minimum Requirements / Qualifications:
Essential
• A suitable City and Guilds or equivalent NVQ qualification
• Recognised Health & Safety training
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction
• Be able to operate SMART devices and complete electronic documentation
• Full UK driving licence
• Pass DBS / Police background checks for working in schools / Police stations
• Unvented water systems
• Water Regulations
Desirable
• IPAF
• PASMA
Package:
• Competitive Salary
• Annual Salary Review
• Overtime Opportunities
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company Vehicle + Fuel Card
• Company Mobile
• Full Uniform
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.
• Bupa Cashplan – benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
• Enrolment into our pension scheme
• Refer a friend reward scheme – worth £750 per referral
Corrigenda are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal and fair treatment for all colleagues or potential colleagues irrespective of race, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic origins, religion or belief, disability, age, gender, marital or family status
Join us to be part of a diverse workforce that values collaboration, growth, and opportunity for all.
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