Braxfield Recruitment Limited

Mechanical Engineer Location: Central London Salary: £33,094 - £36,194 + excellent NHS holiday benefits package Hours: Full-time, permanent The Role This role involves carrying out a full range of mechanical maintenance, installations and fault-finding across critical hospital engineering systems. You'll work closely with other skilled engineers and be part of a well-established team maintaining one of the UK s leading hospitals. You will: Deliver reactive and planned preventative maintenance across a wide range of mechanical systems Work on complex mechanical plant, including ventilation, steam systems, and medical gases Be responsible for equipment linked to emergency generators, large industrial boilers, and building management systems Act as a Certified Person for key mechanical systems (e.g., Medical Gas, Confined Spaces, PSSR) Liaise with engineering managers and clinical teams during service disruptions Mentor junior team members and apprentices What You ll Bring To succeed in this role, you will need: Relevant Mechanical Engineering qualifications (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) Experience working in a large building or healthcare environment (highly desirable) Knowledge of PPM, BMS, HVAC, steam systems or medical gas systems Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently Flexibility to join an on-call rota (optional, with additional pay) Why Apply A long-term role with purpose, supporting the smooth operation of world-class patient care Stable working hours and a central London location Competitive NHS salary banding and annual leave NHS pension scheme and a comprehensive staff benefits package Ongoing development opportunities in one of the UK s most respected public sector organisations Click below to submit your CV or contact the team at Braxfield Recruitment to discuss the role in more detail.

Engineering Maintenance Specialist Mechanical Location: Central London Salary: £37,259 - £45,355 + excellent NHS benefits Contract: Full-time, permanent The Role As the Engineering Maintenance Specialist, you ll be providing essential mechanical support across the hospital estate. You ll manage and maintain a range of complex building services, including ventilation, steam systems, confined spaces and medical gas systems. You ll be a key member of a dedicated team ensuring essential services run safely and efficiently. You ll also: Act as an Authorised Person in your specialism Diagnose, repair and maintain critical plant and mechanical infrastructure Lead on-site activities during emergency call-outs (on-call rota) Support junior engineers and apprentices through coaching and technical guidance Liaise with clinical and non-clinical teams to coordinate service interruptions and planned maintenance Deputise for the Engineering Team Manager as required What you ll Bring We re looking for candidates with: A strong mechanical engineering background, ideally within healthcare or commercial estates Experience working with complex mechanical systems (e.g., boilers, ventilation, medical gases) Authorised Person certification (or willingness to work toward it) Ability to lead, prioritise, and work both independently and as part of a wider technical team Flexibility to participate in on-call rota Why Apply Join one of the UK s most respected NHS Trusts, renowned for innovation, history, and patient care Work in central London with access to some of the most advanced hospital infrastructure in the country Generous NHS pension scheme, annual leave entitlement and staff benefits Opportunities for progression and development within the Estates & Facilities team Be part of a team that makes a visible difference to frontline healthcare every day To apply please submit your CV or contact us at (url removed) to find out more and one of the Braxfield team will be in touch.

Interim Fire Projects and Compliance Manager Hertfordshire and Surrounding Counties Circa £500 day umbrella We re partnering with a leading housing association to recruit an Interim Fire Projects & Compliance Manager a key role focused on delivering fire safety projects and ensuring ongoing compliance with all statutory and regulatory fire safety requirements. The Opportunity You ll be responsible for managing the delivery of a range of fire safety projects from large-scale remedial works to smaller compliance initiatives while also overseeing the organisation s adherence to current legislation, Building Safety Act requirements, and best practice guidance. This role sits within the property compliance team and will be pivotal in safeguarding residents and strengthening organisational assurance. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver fire safety projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Oversee compliance with all relevant fire safety legislation, regulations, and codes of practice. Manage contractors and consultants, ensuring safe, compliant, and value-for-money delivery. Maintain accurate compliance records, certification, and evidence for audits and inspections. Provide expert advice to senior managers, Board members, and operational teams. Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and compliance status to internal stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement in fire safety processes, procedures, and resident engagement. About You We re looking for a proven fire safety leader with: Strong experience managing fire safety projects within social housing or a similarly regulated environment. In-depth knowledge of fire safety legislation, British Standards, and Building Safety Act requirements. Demonstrable contractor management and project delivery skills. Excellent communication and influencing abilities at all levels. Relevant fire safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Fire, Fire Risk Assessment, IFE membership) preferred. To apply please submit your CV or contact us at (url removed) to find out more and one of the Braxfield team will be in touch.

Interim Head of Compliance Hertfordshire and Surrounding Counties Circa £600 per day We re working with a respected housing association to recruit an Interim Head of Property Compliance a critical leadership role ensuring the safety and compliance of the organisation s homes and buildings. The Opportunity You ll take ownership of compliance across the Big Six areas Gas, Electrical, Fire Safety, Asbestos, Water Safety, and Lifts ensuring the association not only meets but exceeds statutory and regulatory requirements. This role reports to the Executive Team and offers the chance to make a tangible impact on resident safety and organisational assurance. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the property compliance function, embedding a robust safety-first culture. Oversee all programmes relating to Gas, Electrical, Fire Safety, Asbestos, Water Safety, and Lifts. Ensure 100% compliance with statutory requirements, industry best practice, and the Regulator of Social Housing s standards. Provide regular, high-quality reporting to the Board, Committees, and the Executive Team. Manage contractor performance, procurement, and delivery of compliance-related works. Drive improvements in systems, processes, and record-keeping to strengthen assurance. Lead on preparation for inspections, audits, and external reviews. About You We re looking for a seasoned property compliance professional with: Senior leadership experience in property compliance within a housing association or similar regulated environment. Strong technical knowledge of the Big Six compliance areas. Demonstrated success in managing high-performing teams and contractors. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at Board and Executive level. A proactive, solutions-focused approach and unwavering commitment to resident safety. To apply please submit your CV or contact us at (url removed) to find out more and one of the Braxfield team will be in touch.