Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job Type:

Permanent

Job Sector:

Other

Region:

South West

Location:

Exeter

Salary:

£39,000 to £42,000 per annum

Salary Description:

£39000 - £42000

Posted:

27/04/2026

Recruiter:

Pinnacle Group

Job Ref:

P2594 Pinnacle Group are looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join our Total FM division, conducting maintenance, repairs, testing and inspection of school buildings, mechanical and gas services, associated systems, plant, and equipment in accordance with relevant standards and operational procedures and to participate in a rotating shift pattern and the out of hours on call rota.

You will be joining our Total FM team based in Exeter. The Total FM team provides integrated asset management and maintenance services across the education, leisure, corporate, health and living sectors to ensure facilities operate at their best.

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical knowledge, confidence in carrying out PPM tasks, plumbing repairs, and HVAC maintenance, while reliably performing safety checks across fire systems and emergency equipment, using CAFM systems effectively, and communicating professionally with school staff, site managers, and FM teams.

This is a full time role with a weekly rotating shift pattern of 6AM-2PM and 10AM-6PM, Monday-Friday.

Who We ArePinnacle Group is a leading UK private sector provider of housing and neighbourhood services, managing and maintaining communities where people live, learn, work and play.

We're a people-first organisation with a values driven culture that has remained consistent for thirty years; living through how we treat our employees and our customers.

Who We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who, alongside the key criteria below, will sign up to our values of Trust, Respect, Involve, Challenge and Deliver Excellence and will be determined to maintain the confidence of our clients and communities.

Key responsibilities:

Carry out planned maintenance in line with the PPM schedule and complete service reports as required.

Carry out installation work involved in minor upgrading and adaptation works.

Assist other skilled trades in carrying out maintenance, repairs, testing, inspection, and installation work.

Where instructed, carry out minor repairs to the building fabric to ensure the safety and security of the premises.

Collaborate and co‑operate with partners and colleagues to deliver a customer‑focused service.

Work closely with the Helpdesk to ensure jobs raised on the CAFM system are closed correctly.

Key requirements:

Recognised Mechanical Engineering qualification, such as: NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, or Mechanical Maintenance (or equivalent practical experience)Proven experience carrying out PPMs and reactive maintenance on mechanical plantKnowledge of building services systems, including:

Pumps, motors, valvesPipework and basic mechanical plantGood working knowledge of Health & Safety, including risk assessments and permits to workAbility to fault‑find, diagnose, and carry out repairsin a live site environmentExperience completing maintenance documentation and CAFM systemsOur OfferThe more diverse our workforce, the better we can adapt to and reflect the needs of our customers.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds - particularly from those who represent the communities we serve including ex-armed forces personnel and their families.

As a colleague, you will become part of an inclusive culture, where you will have the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through learning and development.

We offer a wide range of benefits at Pinnacle Group, dependent on your role or business area, these range from additional leave packages to pension plans and discounts at your favourite retailers.

Maternity/paternity packagesFlexible Working ArrangementsLife AssuranceEnhanced Pension SchemeAdditional Annual LeavePrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRetail DiscountsChildcare AssistanceSeason Ticket LoansSick Pay SchemesPersonal Development Plans