Mechanical Technician – Pressure Systems, LOLER

Posted on 17/09/2025

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Stevenage

Engineering

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Role overview

Location: Stevenage

Salary: £43,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 17.00 pm

Benefits: 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more.

About EMCOR UK:

At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to “create a better world at work”. Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers’ evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.

About the role

Job Overview

To deliver safe, efficient, and compliant planned and reactive maintenance on pressure systems, steam/hot water boilers, and lifting equipment in accordance with statutory, regulatory, and client standards. The role supports business continuity in critical environments and ensures maximum asset uptime.

What you'll do:

Champion safe working practices by following RAMS, permits, and legal requirement
Take ownership of tools, vehicles, and plant safety.
Ensure pressure systems and LOLER assets are compliant and ready for use
Deliver high-quality work that meets SLAs and KPIs.Apply correct isolation and permit-to-work procedures across various systems.
Step into the role of Authorised Person (AP) when needed, based on training and operational needs
Manage work orders from start to finish, ensuring timely and effective completion.
Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, including full plant strip downs, gasket fabrication, pressure testing, and weld prep for inspections.
Prepare equipment for insurance inspections and confidently liaise with inspectors.
Identify and request spare parts, helping maintain optimal stock levels.
Support commissioning and handover of plant and equipment.
Collaborate with subcontractors on site, assisting with permits and escorting duties.
Keep asset data accurate and up-to-date in the CAFM system.
Perform testing and maintenance on GxP equipment to required standards.
Supervise others working in GxP areas, ensuring they’re trained and compliant with specific protocols

Who you'll be:

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
Demonstrable experience in pressure systems, boilers, and/or lifting equipment.
Desirable: BOAS Category 2 or 3 training for industrial steam boilers.
Awareness of LOLER, PSSR 2000, and permit-to-work systems.
IOSH Working Safely (or willingness to obtain).
Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, CAFM/EAM systems).
Effective communicator; ability to work independently and within a team.
Engineering Tech or willingness to work toward registration desirable.

Other Factors:

Occasional travel for training/business needs.
Act as an Authorised Person (AP) in relevant mechanical disciplines as required, ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards. Selection for AP responsibilities will be based on training and operational needs.
Responsible for accurate data entry in CAFM systems.
Support subcontractor management under Team Leader guidance.
Ability to use company pool vehicle and equipment (where necessary)
Undertake occasional overtime to support business needs to maintain maximum asset uptime, whilst reducing impact to client purpose.

EMCOR UK benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Industry leading maternity & paternity policies
Refer a friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
Extensive learning & development opportunities, including opportunities for progression
Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover
Bike To Work Scheme
Health cash plan - Benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing
Dental scheme
Access to health assessments
Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.

We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices.

Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.

Join us in building a better world at work.

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