Infrastructure Maintenance Engineer

GEDU Global Education; Bramham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for career development courses

Flexible benefits such as Cycle to Work and Techscheme

Employee referral bonus

Wellbeing centre

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

A higher education provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Maintenance Engineer to maintain, install, and refurbish facilities across their estates. Key responsibilities include performing preventative and reactive maintenance, ensuring compliance, and contributing to refurbishment projects. The ideal candidate holds relevant certifications, has experience in building maintenance, and possesses strong interpersonal skills. This position offers flexibility in working hours and competitive employee benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification is mandatory.
• City & Guilds qualifications or equivalent experience required.
• Experience with M&E systems is essential.
• Candidates should be proactive with a flexible attitude.
• Full, clean Driving Licence needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on buildings.
• Ensure health, safety, and compliance in maintenance tasks.
• Support refurbishment and fit-out projects across campuses.
• Docs and inventory management for assets and parts.
• Support refurbishment and fit-out projects when needed.
• Travel to other campuses and work flexibly.

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

Interpersonal skills

Familiarity with COSHH requirements

Education

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

Job description

Infrastructure Maintenance Engineer

Company: GEDU Global Education

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.

Vision: Changing Lives through Education

Role Summary: The Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer will maintain, install, and refurbish fabric and 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 planning refurbishment projects. The 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 skills and ability to work on your own but also 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 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.”

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.