Estates Mechanical Lead & BEMS Optimiser

Solent University; Winchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Annual leave 25–30 days

Professional development days

Job summary

Solent University is seeking an experienced Estates Mechanical Engineer to lead and develop the mechanical services team across our estate, ensuring a safe, efficient and high-quality service for students, staff and visitors.

You will oversee mechanical building services and the Building Energy Management System (BEMS), providing technical input, guiding maintenance and refurbishment projects, and supporting compliance with statutory requirements and industry best practice in a forward-thinking

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a mechanical engineering team
• Strong knowledge of Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS)
• Experience with heating, cooling, HVAC, and domestic water systems
• Ability to guide maintenance, projects and refurbishment in a large estate
• Understanding of statutory requirements and industry best practices

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop the mechanical engineering team
• Contribute to Technical Services SLT and strategic decision making
• Manage workflow, priorities and performance for direct reports
• Coordinate works with stakeholders, contractors and external agencies
• Provide control of heating, cooling and mechanical services
• Take ownership of the BEMS and optimise system performance
• Advise Estates FM Systems Manager on BEMS functionality
• Troubleshoot BEMS fault and performance reporting

Job description

Solent University is seeking an experienced Estates Mechanical Engineer to lead and develop the mechanical services team across our estate, ensuring a safe, efficient and high-quality service for students, staff and visitors.

You will oversee mechanical building services and the Building Energy Management System (BEMS), providing technical input, guiding maintenance and refurbishment projects, and supporting compliance with statutory requirements and industry best practice in a forward-thinking