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Electrical & Mechanical Building Services Technician

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Our client  is a leading research-based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology, Neurology and Pain therapy areas.
By joining our client , you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy, which means that we put the patient first in everything we do.

The Electrical & Mechanical Building Services Technician will report to the Estates Engineering Manager, this role has responsibility for the reliable and compliant operation of the estate wide services and equipment serving all business functions across the European Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility at Hatfield.
 
The main purpose is to deliver a high standard of mechanical and electrical services throughout the EKC business, within the estates engineering team. To plan and undertake routine scheduled maintenance of plant and/or equipment with stakeholders, causing minimal disruption.
 
On call (1 in 6), includes attending site Sat/Sun and bank holidays to blow down boilers and carry out plant room checks.
 
Split start 37.5 hours one week starting / finishing (07:30 to 16:00) and the other (09:30 to 18:00) 
 
Salary: Up to 50K per annum
 
What are they are  looking for?
 
Qualification in either:
 
Electrical engineering, equivalent (BS7671 & C&G 2391)
Mechanical engineering (full-term apprenticeship) 
Good verbal and written English skills.
 
Desirable
 
Educated to ONC/HNC
 
Essential
 
Use of computer (Windows operating system)  
Good awareness of Health and Safety
Multi-Skilled in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
Experience in domestic and low temperature hot water systems (LTHW).
Motor controls and relay logic
AHU’s, FCU’s and chilled water systems
Working knowledge of “Safe systems of work”.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and equipment manuals. 
To be flexible, as occasionally the need will arise to work outside standard office hours.
Experience of CMMS and BMS systems.
Desirable
 
Experience working in controlled environments.
Water systems and water treatment
Benefits:
 
Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
Discretionary Bonus
Free onsite parking
Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
Learning and development opportunities
Retail discounts
Well-being & mental health awareness programmes 
Multi-faith prayer room
You will also be based out of their excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is their EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment

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