Building Services Engineer (Mechanical)

ZipRecruiter; Bath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

ZipRecruiter is seeking an experienced Mechanical Building Services Engineer for the Campus Infrastructure team. In this role, you will ensure the efficient operation of complex mechanical systems, manage maintenance, and collaborate on compliance strategies. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Employer contributory pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance plus 5 discretionary days

Flexible working arrangements

Personal and professional development opportunities

Support options for immigration expenses

Qualifications

• Significant experience in building services engineering and maintenance management (or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge of modern mechanical systems and compliance standards.
• Membership of CIBSE or Institute of Mechanical Engineers or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Managing operation and maintenance of mechanical systems including boilers and water systems.
• Diagnosing faults in mechanical services to restore systems quickly.
• Leading planned maintenance and compliance strategies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Planning

Education

HNC or HND in Mechanical or Plant Maintenance

Building Services Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

BMS systems

CAFM systems

IOSH certification

NEBOSH certification

Legionella Control certification

Job description

Job Description

Building Services Engineer (Mechanical)

Department: Campus Infrastructure

Salary: Starting from £38,249, rising to £45,413

Contract Type: Full Time, Open Ended

Closing date: Monday 21 July 2025

Reference: CC11799RR

Special Conditions: Uniform, footwear, or personal protective equipment is supplied and required to be worn. Manual handling activities are involved.

Are you an experienced mechanical engineer looking to make a meaningful impact in a complex and rewarding environment? We’re seeking a proactive and technically skilled Building Services Engineer (Mechanical) to join our Campus Infrastructure team.

In this key role, you’ll support the Head of Engineering Services in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of mechanical systems across our diverse estate. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Managing the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems, including boilers, ventilation, LEV systems, water systems, and CHP plant.
2. Diagnosing faults and failures in mechanical services and restoring systems quickly to maintain business continuity.
3. Leading the development and delivery of planned maintenance and compliance strategies.
4. Collaborating with internal teams and external contractors to ensure high-quality, cost-effective service delivery.
5. Contributing to long-term maintenance planning, risk assessments, and technical documentation.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• An HNC or HND in Mechanical or Plant Maintenance, or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
• Significant experience in building services engineering and maintenance management (or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge of modern mechanical systems and compliance standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and planning skills.
• Membership of CIBSE, Institute of Mechanical Engineers, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of BMS and CAFM systems or similar systems.
• Certifications such as IOSH/NEBOSH or Legionella Control, or similar.

This role is offered on a full-time (36.5 hours per week) permanent basis, with participation in a 24-hour duty manager on-call rota, for which additional payment is provided.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ben Spicer, Head of Engineering Services. Ensure your application is submitted via the University website.

What we offer:

• A very generous employer contributory pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave allowance plus 5 discretionary days.
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• An excellent reward package recognizing diverse talents.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• Support options for immigration expenses, including relocation allowance, visa reimbursement, and interest-free loans.

We consider ourselves an inclusive university, celebrating diversity and promoting equality. We have received a Silver Athena SWAN award and are committed to supporting disabled staff and creating an autism-friendly environment.

Learn more about our benefits and why the University of Bath is a great place to work on our website. Follow us on X for updates.

To support fair assessment, personal details such as your name may be removed from applications during shortlisting.