Estates Mechanical Engineer & BEMS Leader

Solent University; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Solent University in Southampton is seeking a driven Mechanical Building Services Lead to oversee the campus' mechanical team. You will manage planned maintenance, reactive works, and refurbishment projects, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and industry best practice.

You will own the BEMS, guide colleagues, coordinate with Estates and external contractors, and drive system optimisation. The role is full-time, based at the Southampton campus with occasional site travel, and aims

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the mechanical engineering team, driving performance and professional growth.
• Coordinate works with stakeholders, contractors and external agencies to maintain service excellence.
• Contribute to the Technical Services Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to support strategic decisions.
• Control and regulate heating, cooling and related mechanical services.
• Own the BEMS, making operational decisions and optimising the system.
• Collaborate with Estates FM Systems Manager to provide expert guidance on BEMS functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues flagged by BEMS fault and performance reporting.
• Full-time role; 37 hours/week, based at Southampton campus with occasional travel.

Job description

Solent University in Southampton is seeking a driven Mechanical Building Services Lead to oversee the campus' mechanical team. You will manage planned maintenance, reactive works, and refurbishment projects, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and industry best practice.

You will own the BEMS, guide colleagues, coordinate with Estates and external contractors, and drive system optimisation. The role is full-time, based at the Southampton campus with occasional site travel, and aims