Facilities Operations Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Benefits such as Cycle to Work

Employee referral scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a Facilities Operations Engineer. The role involves performing maintenance, installation, and refurbishment tasks across various campuses. Candidates should have relevant certifications and prior experience in building maintenance. The position promises ample benefits including annual leave, a pension scheme, and professional development reimbursement. A flexible work schedule and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Must possess 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
• City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in M&E systems is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance across the campus.
• Undertake refurbishment and fit-out projects when necessary.
• Ensure health, safety, and compliance in all tasks.

Skills

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

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

Previous experience in building maintenance

Manual skills

Familiarity with COSHH requirements

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Facilities Operations Engineer

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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 the equipment across the GBS UK estates portfolio. They will monitor the condition of GBS buildings, undertake repairs and renovations, and assist Estates and Facilities in the planning of refurbishment projects. This role may require travel to other GBS UK campuses and demands flexible working to accommodate business operations. They will work a 40‑hour week, covering campus operating hours from Monday to Sunday, 7:00 am to 9:30 pm, with occasional out‑of‑hours work as required to minimise disruption and ensure the smooth completion of maintenance tasks.

What The Role Involves

• Preventative and Reactive Maintenance
• Building and Equipment Maintenance
• Health, Safety, and Compliance
• 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 to work with “can do” attitude
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for the equipment and chemicals being used
• Interpersonal skill and ability to work on your own but at the same time part of the facilities wider team
• Full, Clean Driving License

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 much more
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and much more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 employee referral scheme
• Discretionary annual performance bonus

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.