Estate Engineer (Mechanical)
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Estate Engineer (Mechanical)
Department Name: Health & Social Services Department
Job Title: Estate Engineer (Mechanical)
FIG Grade: This post is a succession planned opportunity. The successful applicant will be appointed to either Grade F (starting salary £24,950 - £28,689 per annum), Grade E1 (starting salary £28,982 - £33,332 per annum) or Grade D2 (starting salary £35,774 - £41,168 per annum) depending on qualifications, skills and experience.
The Opportunity: The primary responsibility of the post holder will be the maintenance, repairs and testing of building services plant and medical support systems across the spectrum of the Healthcare Estate. As this role is being offered on a progression plan basis, there will be scope for movement through the Grades as specific competences are achieved. The successful candidate must also be able to effectively diagnose, analyse and repair faults on mechanical, plumbing and electrical plant and equipment. The candidate must have the ability to adapt quickly and effectively to new ideas with the knowledge and skills to apply them effectively in the workplace.
Essential criteria: minimum entry requirements for this role include professional knowledge acquired through a National Vocational Qualification Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or an equivalent level of qualification such as a City Guilds Technicians certification, or 5 years relevant work experience carried out in an equivalent level of role in the field of either Mechanics, Plumbing, Building or Engineering.
Contract Type: This is a permanent post on standard local FIG terms and conditions.
Closing Date: 07 September 2025
For further information on this post please contact Ian Barnes by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 28077
To download application forms or job descriptions or to apply please visit https://falklands.gov.fk/jobs or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Estates_Engineer_Mechanical_L1_Grade_F_.pdf
Estates_Engineer_Mechanical_level_2_Grade_E1.pdf
Estates_Engineer_Mechanical_level_3_Grade_D2.pdf