Building Services Engineer

thefutureworks; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Building Services Engineer to manage mechanical services teams and oversee contractor work. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications, demonstrating leadership abilities in a fast-paced environment. The role offers opportunities for growth and the chance to work on diverse projects.

Benefits

Commitment to equality and diversity

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing and maintaining mechanical installations.
• Ability to lead and mentor mechanical technicians.
• Experience with statutory, planned, and reactive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical services team and contractors.
• Manage workloads and contractor provisions.
• Lead responses to emergency mechanical issues.

Skills

Management of mechanical installations

Adaptability

Leadership

Health and safety management

Education

HNC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Planon CAFM system

Job description

The Role

As the Building Services Engineer, you will oversee and supervise the mechanical services team and contractors, ensuring that statutory, planned, and reactive maintenance is delivered to both the main and remote campuses in line with agreed SLAs. Your responsibilities will include setting up and renewing contractor provisions, managing the team's workload using the Planon CAFM system (training provided), and ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.

You will also be responsible for meeting and greeting contractors, explaining issues to facilitate effective repair solutions, ensuring value for money, and managing health and safety requirements. This role is hands–on, requiring you to actively support and mentor mechanical technicians and apprentices, lead responses to emergency mechanical issues, and audit contractors' work.

Our Successful Candidate

We are looking for an experienced Building Services Engineer with a mechanical bias ready to step into a managerial role. You should have a background in managing and maintaining mechanical installations.

Ideally, you will hold qualifications equivalent to HNC/NVQ Level 3 or have demonstrable equivalent experience. Training may be provided to address minor gaps in experience. This role is dynamic and fast–paced, requiring adaptability and the ability to handle varied tasks daily. The successful candidate must be willing to work closely with mechanical technicians, leading investigations and diagnosing mechanical issues ensuring efficient and effective solutions.

This position offers a dynamic and ever–changing work environment where no two days are alike. You must thrive in a fast–paced setting and be adaptable to shifting priorities.

At thefutureworks, we are deeply committed to providing outstanding service while championing equality, diversity, and inclusion in every step of our recruitment process.

Each application is reviewed with care and attention to your unique experience, skills, and achievements.

If your application is shortlisted, a friendly member of our team will be in touch within 48 hours.

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