Facilities Operations Engineer

GEDU Global Education; Sowerby Bridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Perks@Work discounts

Wellbeing centre

Employee referral scheme £500

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

A higher education provider is seeking a Facilities Operations Engineer to maintain and refurbish facilities across the UK campuses. This role requires a flexible approach and entails various tasks including monitoring building conditions and undertaking repairs. The ideal candidate will possess relevant electrical certifications, have experience in building maintenance, and a proactive attitude. The position offers a competitive benefits package including annual leave, pension scheme, and career development support.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification is required.
• Must have electrical installations qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Experience in building maintenance and knowledge of M&E systems is essential.
• COSHH awareness for handling equipment and chemicals.
• Full, clean driving licence and ability to travel between campuses.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, and refurbish facilities across GBS UK campuses.
• Monitor and undertake repairs and renovations of buildings.
• Assist in planning refurbishment projects.
• Assist with refurbishment projects and site records management.
• Travel between GBS UK campuses and support facilities teams as needed.

Skills

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

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

Building maintenance including M&E systems

Manual skills

Familiarity with COSHH requirements

Interpersonal skill

Full, Clean Driving License

Education

NVQ or equivalent in electrical installations

City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations

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, 7:00 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 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.