Building Services Engineer

Catch 22; City Of London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of university student accommodation is seeking a skilled Building Services Engineer specializing in Mechanical Engineering. This role involves overseeing mechanical system support and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in plumbing or gas installation and experience in HVAC systems. Benefits include a competitive salary, bonus structure, and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

25 days paid holiday

Generous pension scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Qualified in Plumbing or Gas installation with relevant work experience.
• Experience working with HVAC and plant rooms.
• Able to effectively coach and motivate team members.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Mechanical Engineer in managing mechanical systems.
• Ensure Health and Safety legislation compliance.
• Report on mechanical safety and strategic recommendations.

Skills

Technical competency

Supervisory experience

Problem-solving skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

City and Guilds, NVQ 2/3 or SVQ 2/3 in Plumbing or Gas installation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Building Services Engineer, London/mobile. cGBP47k plus van and all travel expenses, bonus, full corporate benefits package.

Our client, the UKs leading provider of premier university student accommodation, is recruiting an experienced and highly motivated Building Services Engineer specialising in Mechanical Engineering within Building Services to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the survey, support and quality assurance of mechanical systems and plant equipment for a range of building services and projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with industry experience in mechanical engineering, particularly within the built environment. You are likely to be 40/60 on tools/ managing contractors.

Purpose of the Job

The Building Services Engineer is responsible for supporting the Senior Mechanical Engineer in organising and delivering planned mechanical work (gas, HVAC, plumbing, heating, and vent aspects of life safety) overseeing technical support to capital projects and supporting reactive mechanical maintenance, in a safe and compliant manner throughout the properties in their region, working alongside internal and third–party partners. All underpinned by great customer service.

Key responsibilities

• Ensuring that Health and Safety legislation, and a safe and secure working environment, is always adhered to by them and the facilities team.
• Ensuring required training and qualifications for the role of their team are always audited and up to date.
• Always working within the required Risk Assessments and Method Statements. Accountable for reviewing all tasks for risk before starting, and ensuring that risks are eliminated before work begins
• Completing all paperwork required for property files and ensuring all records of site operation are accurate, structured, and compliant with Unite Students policies and procedures
• Support the Senior Mechanical Engineer in mechanical safety and maintenance across their region.
• Support the constant development and implementation of working procedures as part of the broader Health and Safety strategy.
• Locating and rectifying a wide range of mechanical faults. Understanding the root cause and risk to asset condition and investment.
• Report to the Duty Holder to advise on responsibilities and recommendations from a mechanical safety and strategic perspective.

What we are looking for

• Qualified in either in Plumbing or Gas installation to a minimum of City and Guilds, NVQ 2/3 or SVQ 2/3 Domestic plumber discipline or equivalent with relevant work experience.
• Have works delivery supervisory or relevant post experience.
• Be technically competent and qualified to safely operate, and make safe to work on or test, the equipment, systems, or installations for which appointment is sought.
• Experience working within Plant Rooms and Plumbing, Heating, Gas, HAVC and Vent systems.
• Demonstrable awareness and understanding of the L8 code of practice.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Sufficient across Microsoft Office in the support for technical reports review and delivery.
• Be confident, self–motivated, and always set a good example.
• Coach colleagues in the moment, continuously providing feedback to improve their performance and stay motivated.
• Demonstrate good problem–solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams and other internal stakeholders.
• Able to contribute to a culture of high–performance and lifelong learning, taking responsibility to develop own areas of growth and supporting the team through regular 1–to–1 conversations.

Analytical & Problem–Solving Skills

Excellent ability to analyse complex technical issues, propose effective solutions, and make data–driven decisions.

What Youll Get in Return

A discretionary annual bonus so you can share in the company s success

25 days paid holiday and an annual holiday buying scheme, with 5 additional days awarded for long service

A generous pension scheme – employer contributions between 5% and 11% depending on how much you save

Various benefits to support your health and wellbeing including a Healthcare Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Wellbeing platform and a Gym benefit that you can share with your family and friends

Enhanced Family Leave including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non–birthing parents

Lots of other great benefits including an annual ShareSave scheme, Employee Life Assurance, a discounts portal and more!

Please apply with your CV and cover letter, including detail of your salary expectations and notice period.