Facilities Operations Engineer

GEDU Global Education

Rufforth

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee referral scheme

Wellbeing centre

Employee referral scheme (£500)

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Facilities Operations Engineer to maintain and refurbish facilities across its campuses in the UK. This role demands a proactive individual with proven skills in building maintenance, particularly with electrical installations. Responsibilities include overseeing the conditions of buildings, conducting repairs, and participating in refurbishment projects. The ideal candidate will possess the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification and have a clean driving license. With opportunities for professional development, this position offers flexible work hours and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

Certification in 18th Edition Wiring Regulations required.
Level 2 or Level 3 in Electrical Installations preferred.
Previous building maintenance experience necessary.
Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently and with a team.
Full, clean driving license.
COSHH knowledge.

Responsibilities

Maintain, install, and refurbish equipment across GBS estates.
Monitor the condition of buildings and undertake repairs.
Assist in planning refurbishment projects and travel to campuses.
Documentation and Inventory Management.
Refurbishment and Fit-Out Projects.
Travel and Flexibility.

Skills

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

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

Experience in building maintenance including M&E systems

Manual skills and knowledge of refurbishment techniques

Flexible and proactive approach to work

Familiarity with COSHH requirements

Interpersonal skills

Full, Clean Driving License

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations or NVQ or equivalent

Job description

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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, 7:00am to 9:30pm, 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 award employee referral scheme
Discretionary annual performance bonus

— Barbara Vargas (Professional Services Employee) 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.

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.

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