Estates Mechanical Lead, BEMS & Systems Oversight

Solent; Southampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Solent University is seeking an experienced Estates Mechanical Engineer to lead our mechanical services team on the Southampton campus. You will manage planned maintenance, reactive works, and BEMS optimisation, ensuring compliance and high-quality service for students and staff.

The role combines leadership with technical input across heating, cooling, and water systems, contributing to a safe, efficient environment and coordinating with external contractors and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and develop the mechanical engineering team, ensuring strong performance and professional growth
• Contribute actively to the Technical Services Senior Leadership Team (SLT), supporting strategic decision‑making
• Manage workflow, priorities, and performance for direct reports, including leave, absences, and Progress and Development reviews (PDRs)
• Liaise with university stakeholders, contractors, and external agencies to coordinate works and maintain service excellence
• Provide effective control and regulation of heating, cooling, and associated mechanical services
• Take ownership of the BEMS, including operational decisions and system optimisation
• Work closely with the Estates FM Systems Manager to provide expert guidance on BEMS functionality
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues identified through BEMS fault and performance reporting systems

Job description

Solent University is seeking an experienced Estates Mechanical Engineer to lead our mechanical services team on the Southampton campus. You will manage planned maintenance, reactive works, and BEMS optimisation, ensuring compliance and high-quality service for students and staff.

The role combines leadership with technical input across heating, cooling, and water systems, contributing to a safe, efficient environment and coordinating with external contractors and internal stakeholders.