Facilities Maintenance Engineer

GEDU Global Education; Burn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays

Flexible benefits including Cycle to Work

Employee referral £500 award

Job summary

A leading higher education provider in the UK is seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain and refurbish facilities across its campuses. This role involves preventative and reactive maintenance, compliance oversight, and flexibility to work across various locations. Candidates should possess the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification, experience in building maintenance, and a proactive approach. Enjoy benefits like 25 days of leave, pension scheme, and career development opportunities. Join us to make a difference in education through infrastructure support.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification required.
• Experience in building maintenance including M&E systems.
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for equipment and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance of buildings and equipment.
• Assist in planning refurbishment projects across campuses.
• Ensure health, safety, and compliance oversight.

Skills

Manual skills

Knowledge of refurbishment techniques

Interpersonal skills

Flexible and proactive approach

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

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

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Department: Facilities

Location: Leeds

Type of Contract: Permanent

About Us: 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, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more.

Our Vision: Changing Lives through Education

The Role

The Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer will maintain, install, and refurbish fabric and equipment across the GBS UK estates portfolio. They will monitor building conditions, undertake repairs, renovations, and assist Estates and Facilities in planning refurbishment projects. The role may require travel to other GBS UK campuses and demands flexible working to accommodate business operations. Working 40 hours per week, covering campus operating hours Monday to Sunday 7:00am-9:30pm, with occasional out-of-hours work as required.

Responsibilities

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

Experience And Skills Required

• 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
• A 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 yet as part of the facilities wider team
• Full, clean driving licence

What We Offer

• 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 discounts platform, wellbeing centre and more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 award employee referral scheme
• 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.