Building Maintenance Engineer

GEDU Global Education; Shenstone; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery

Tuition reimbursement for career development courses

Discretionary annual performance bonus

£500 employee referral scheme

Wellbeing centre

Referral scheme £500

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

A leading higher education provider in the UK is looking for a Building Maintenance Engineer to join their facilities team. The role involves maintaining, installing, and refurbishing building fabric and equipment across UK campuses, with a strong emphasis on compliance and teamwork. Candidates should have relevant technical certifications and a proactive work approach. The benefits include 25 days annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and career development opportunities. The role supports the company’s vision of changing lives through education.

Qualifications

• Must have 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
• Possess City & Guilds Level 2 and/or Level 3 in Electrical Installations.
• Experience in building maintenance is essential.
• Strong manual skills and knowledge of refurbishment techniques.
• Demonstrate flexibility and proactive work attitude.
• Have familiarity with COSHH regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A clean driving license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance work.
• Maintain and repair building and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage documentation and inventory effectively.
• Contribute to refurbishment and fit-out projects.
• Adapt to travel and flexible work shifts.

Skills

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

City & Guilds Level 2 and/or Level 3 in Electrical Installations

Experience in building maintenance including M&E systems

Manual skills and refurbishment techniques knowledge

Flexible and proactive approach to work

Familiarity with COSHH requirements

Interpersonal skills

Full, Clean Driving License

Education

City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations

Job description

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Department: Facilities

Location: Leeds

Type of Contract: Permanent

About Us: GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector‑relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.

Our Vision: Changing Lives through Education

The Role: The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will maintain, install, and refurbish fabric and the equipment across the GBS UK estates portfolio. They will monitor the condition of GBS buildings, undertake repairs and renovations, and assist Estates and Facilities in the planning of refurbishment projects. This role may require travel to other GBS UK campuses and demands flexible working to accommodate business operations. They will work a 40‑hour week, covering campus operating hours from Monday to Sunday, 7:00am to 9:30pm, with occasional out‑of‑hours work as required to minimise disruption and ensure the smooth completion of maintenance tasks.

What The Role Involves

• Preventative and Reactive Maintenance
• Building and Equipment Maintenance
• Health, Safety, and Compliance
• Documentation and Inventory Management
• Refurbishment and Fit‑Out Projects
• Travel and Flexibility

Experience And Skills Required

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification
• City & Guilds Level 2 and/or Level 3 in Electrical Installations, or equivalent NVQ, or demonstrable experience to the same standard.
• Previous experience in building maintenance including M&E systems.
• Manual skills, knowledge of refurbishment techniques.
• A flexible and proactive approach to work with “can do” attitude.
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for the equipment and chemicals being used.
• Interpersonal skill and ability to work on your own but at the same time part of the facilities wider team.
• Full, Clean Driving License.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
• 1‑day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and much more
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Education

“GBS has been a good place for professional growth. I have received great support from managers and colleagues who have encouraged me to develop new skills and take on more senior roles. Their mentorship has been invaluable to help me advance in my career.” — Barbara Vargas (Professional Services Employee)

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.