Facilities and Systems Engineer

GEDU Global Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible benefits like Cycle to Work

Employee referral award of £500

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

A leading higher education provider is seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain and refurbish their estate in the UK. The successful candidate will carry out preventative and reactive maintenance, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. You will require the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification and City & Guilds qualifications, as well as a flexible approach to work. This position includes benefits such as generous annual leave, a workplace pension, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in building maintenance including M&E systems required.
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for equipment and chemicals is necessary.
• Full, clean driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, and refurbish fabric and equipment across GBS estates.
• Monitor the condition of GBS buildings.
• Assist in planning refurbishment projects.

Skills

Preventative and reactive maintenance

Health, safety and compliance

Interpersonal skills

Manual skills

Flexible and proactive approach

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

City & Guilds Level 2 and/or Level 3 in Electrical Installations

Job description

GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector‑relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, GBS delivers vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.

Role

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer – Leeds (Permanent)

The Engineer will maintain, install, and refurbish fabric and equipment across the GBS UK estates portfolio. Duties include monitoring the condition of GBS buildings, undertaking repairs and renovations, and assisting Estates and Facilities in the planning of refurbishment projects. The role may require travel to other GBS UK campuses and demands flexible working to accommodate business operations. Working hours are 7:00 am – 9:30 pm, Monday to Sunday, with occasional out‑of‑hours work as required.

Responsibilities

• Preventative and reactive maintenance
• Building and equipment maintenance
• Health, safety and compliance
• Documentation and inventory management
• Refurbishment and fit‑out projects
• Travel and flexibility

Qualifications

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification
• City & Guilds Level 2 and/or Level 3 in Electrical Installations, or equivalent NVQ, or demonstrable experience to the same standard
• Previous experience in building maintenance including M&E systems
• Manual skills, knowledge of refurbishment techniques
• Flexible and proactive approach with a "can do" attitude
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for equipment and chemicals used
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of the wider facilities team
• Full, clean driving licence

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays
• 1‑day extra leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days
• Workplace pension scheme
• Tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and more
• Perks@Work discount platform, wellbeing centre and more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 employee referral award
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

“GBS has been a good place for professional growth. I have received great support from managers and colleagues who have encouraged me to develop new skills and take on more senior roles. Their mentorship has been invaluable to help me advance in my career.” – Barbara Vargas (Professional Services Employee)

GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We take our core values seriously and work hard to create an environment where everyone feels welcomed.