James Ramsay has proper engineers. Since our founding in 1920, we’ve retained our family values, and our team know that our people and their careers are a top priority.
Our ambitious team is always looking for new talent to ensure our company will be around for another 100 years, helping clients and supporting our community.
We’ve got generations of engineers on our team, with combined decades of industry experience. Here you’ll learn everything there is to know, from traditional methods to emerging technology. Any problem a client brings us, we’ll make sure you can tackle it – the James Ramsay way.
Our business has been built on a strong set of values that continues to guide us to this day:
Specialist
Our experience and technical expertise puts us at the forefront of our industry. We always respond and embrace a challenge.
Safe
We’re accredited to the fullest extent because safety always comes first, without compromise.
Motivated
Our dedication to quality and accountability drives us forward. We go above and beyond for our clients and for each other.
Committed
Since 1920 we’ve retained our hardworking family values. We care about our people and their careers, and are always available for our team and our clients.
Rational
Straightforward and open, we consistently deliver fair, sound and practical solutions.
Always learning
Commercial Gas Service Engineer - Manchester
About the role
We’re on the lookout for a skilled and safety-conscious engineer to join our dynamic team! If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love solving technical challenges, this could be the perfect role for you.
You’ll learn from generations of engineers with decades of experience, and work with the latest emerging technology.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Servicing and repairing gas, oil, and LPG firing appliances
• Installing heating systems, air heaters and burners
• Fault-finding on a range of appliances and systems
• Gas testing
• Prioritising top-tier health and safety standards
What We’re Looking For:
• Proven experience in commercial gas works
• Solid knowledge of forced draught burners
• Excellent technical and problem-solving skills
Required Qualifications:
COCN1 | CORT1 | CIGA1 | ICPN1 | TPCP1 & 1A
Bonus Skills (nice to have):
• Electrical knowledge
• Experience with oil and LPG appliances
Training We Provide:
• IPAF
• PASMA
• Gas boosters
• Catering appliances
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary
- 39 hours per week
- 23 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Training, development and career progression
- Company uniform
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to adrian.smith@jamesramsayltd.co.uk
Mechanical Project Manager
As a Mechanical Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing projects related to mechanical engineering in various industry sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and transportation. Your main duties will include:
Project Planning and Coordination:
You will develop project plans, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for mechanical engineering projects. You will also collaborate with other departments and teams to ensure successful project execution.
Risk Management:
You will identify potential risks that may affect project timelines, budgets, and quality. You will develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimise these risks.
Quality Control:
You will oversee the quality of the mechanical engineering work being done, ensuring that it meets industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Communication:
You will be responsible for communicating with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, suppliers, in-house engineering team members and the management teams, to ensure that project objectives are met, and that everyone is fully informed regarding project statuses.
Team Management:
You will be responsible for managing teams of mechanical engineers and support staff, providing leadership, direction, and support as needed. You will also ensure that team members have the necessary training and resources to perform their jobs effectively.
Budget Management:
You will be responsible for managing project budgets, ensuring that all costs are accounted for and that the project is completed within set budget constraints.
Documentation:
You will ensure that all project-related documentation, such as drawings, specifications, reports and O&M manuals, are accurate, complete, and up-to-date.
Problem-Solving:
You will be responsible for identifying and resolving issues that may arise during the project, including technical problems, schedule delays, and resource constraints.
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of HVAC systems and will ideally have some steam experience (although not essential) as well as several years of demonstrable experience in managing mechanical engineering projects. You should also have excellent communication skills, leadership and problem solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast paced team environment.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to ian.mathieson@jamesramsayltd.co.uk
Heating Engineers
As a heating engineer, your primary responsibilities will be the installation, maintenance and repair of varying different types of heating systems in commercial and industrial settings. Your duties will include:
Installation:
You will be responsible for installing heating systems, including, but not limited to, steam, MTHW and LTHW boilers, pipework, pumps, valves, expansion vessels and pressure vessels.
Maintenance and Repair:
You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing heating systems and pipework systems, including trouble shooting heating issues, and replacing faulty parts.
Quality Control:
You will need to inspect all finished work to ensure it meets industry standards and task specifications.
Safety:
You will be required to follow strict safety guidelines when working with heating and pipework systems, including ensuring relevant safety devices are in place and following set out safety procedures.
Communication:
You will need to communicate with customers, other members of the engineering teams, including engineers, fabricators and project managers, to ensure that any given task is completed on time and to the required standard and specification.
Problem-Solving:
You will be required to have the ability to troubleshoot problems that may arise during installation, maintenance, or repair of heating systems, including identifying the root cause of technical issues and determining and implementing solutions.
Customer Service:
You be required to provide excellent customer service, including explaining technical information to customers, answering questions, and providing solutions to customer problems.
To be successful in this role, you will have completed a NVQ HVAC qualification in heating engineering. You should also have experience in installing, maintain and repairing heating and pipework systems, as well as sound knowledge of industry standards and regulations. Additionally, you will have strong communication skills, the ability to work well as part of a team, and a commitment to safety.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to ian.mathieson@jamesramsayltd.co.uk
Service Coordinator
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Service Coordinator to join our growing team. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you will play a key part in keeping our service operations running smoothly – coordinating engineers, managing client relationships and ensuring jobs are delivered efficiently from start to finish.
Working closely with the Service Manager and engineering team, you will oversee a portfolio of live jobs, manage scheduling and compliance, and act as a central point of contact for clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
Key Requirements
- Coordinating reactive callouts, planned maintenance visits and project works across a portfolio of clients and sites
- Leading and supporting daily planning activities, including producing and circulating the morning service plan
- Scheduling engineers’ workloads, including PPMs, breakdowns and return visits
- Managing a portfolio of live jobs (typically 15–20 at a time) using Simpro, ensuring accurate tracking of progress, costs and updates
- Converting quotations into active jobs and supporting the quotations process, including gathering supplier pricing and following up
- Raising supplier purchase orders, processing customer POs and ensuring costs are captured ahead of invoicing
- Issuing and managing RAMS, permits and site-specific compliance documentation
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients, maintaining clear and timely communication
- Liaising with engineers, suppliers and subcontractors to keep jobs progressing and resolve issues early
- Identifying and flagging any costing or invoicing discrepancies
- Supporting a collaborative team environment through effective handovers and shared workload management
- Contributing to continuous improvement across service processes and systems
Role Responsibilities
- Previous experience in an administrative or coordination role within a service, FM, engineering, construction or trades environment
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365, with the ability to learn new systems quickly (experience with job management systems such as Simpro is advantageous)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills – clear, professional and responsive
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the confidence to chase, challenge and follow through
- Ability to remain calm and adaptable when priorities shift
- A team-oriented mindset, with a willingness to support colleagues and share workload
- Eligibility to work in the UK
What’s on offer
- The opportunity to join a growing and supportive team within an established engineering business
- A varied and fast-paced role with real responsibility and ownership
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- A collaborative working environment where teamwork and high standards are valued
- The chance to play a key role in supporting the continued growth of our business
Package
- Competitive salary
- 39 hours per week
- 23 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Training, development and career progression
- Company uniform
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to jamie.shepherd@jamesramsayltd.co.uk
We’re always looking to strengthen our team, regularly recruiting in the following areas:
– Coded Welders with pipe experience
– Heating Engineers
– Mechanical Fitters
– Commercial Gas Engineers
– Project Managers
