Facilities Operations Engineer

GEDU Global Education

United Kingdom

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Flexible Benefits like Cycle to Work

Tuition reimbursement for career development

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK seeks a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to manage building maintenance across its campuses. Responsibilities include preventative and reactive maintenance, equipment refurbishment, and health and safety compliance. Candidates must possess relevant electrical certifications and have a flexible approach to work. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Certification in 18th Edition Wiring Regulations is essential.
Demonstrable experience in electrical installations or equivalent qualifications.
Working knowledge of health, safety, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

Maintain, install, and refurbish fabric and equipment across GBS UK estates.
Monitor the condition of buildings and undertake repairs and renovations.
Assist in planning refurbishment projects for GBS locations.

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

Interpersonal skills

Full, Clean Driving Licence

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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 a “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 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 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.

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