Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £41,452 - £44,692

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job description

37 hours per week

Are you a skilled engineer who thrives on keeping things moving? Do you want a role where your work directly impacts the comfort, safety, and success of thousands of students and staff every day?

If you're looking for a purpose-driven career that combines technical expertise with community impact, we want you on our team.

About the Role

As our Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, you will be the backbone of our campus infrastructure. You'll play a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of mechanical building services across the entire college estate.

From keeping the classrooms warm in the winter to ensuring the taps run clean, your work directly contributes to the wellbeing of our learners and staff, as well as the college's commitment to sustainability and operational excellence.

The ability to use the Welsh language at a basic level (or willingness to undertake training) is desirable.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.

Requirements & Compliance

• Safeguarding: Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration (costs covered by the candidate).
• Qualifications: Lecturers must hold or be willing to achieve a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) within a set period.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Coleg Gwent is an anti-racist, Disability Confident Employer committed to equality under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome all identities and neurodiverse talent, particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups (Minority Ethnic, Female, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities). Support includes six staff networks (Race, LGBTQ+, Disability, etc.) and an ED&I steering group.

Staff Wellbeing

We provide comprehensive health support, including:

• Subsidised gym access and wellbeing activities.
• Access to the Headspace app and mental health champions.
• Accessible campuses and prayer rooms.

Closing Date

30/08/2026

Interview Date

07/09/2026

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