Infrastructure Maintenance Engineer

GEDU Global Education; Cawood; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible benefits programs

Employee referral award

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

A higher education provider in the UK is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain and refurbish facilities across their estate. You will monitor building conditions, undertake repairs, and assist in refurbishment planning. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience in building maintenance, a proactive attitude, and a valid driving license. Benefits include annual leave, a pension scheme, and professional development opportunities. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to perform preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Experience in documentation, inventory and asset management.
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements.
• Knowledge of refurbishment techniques and COSHH requirements is required.
• Ability to work independently within a facilities team and hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, and refurbish fabric and equipment.
• Monitor condition of GBS buildings and undertake repairs.
• Assist in planning refurbishment projects.
• Refurbishment and fit-out project support.

Skills

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

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

Previous experience in building maintenance

Manual skills and knowledge of refurbishment techniques

Interpersonal skills

Full, clean driving licence

Full driving licence

Education

City & Guilds Level 2/3 in Electrical Installations

NVQ or equivalent

Job description

About the Position

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. We partner with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers to 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 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. Work hours are 40 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, 7:00 am to 9:30 pm, with occasional out‑of‑hours work to minimise disruption and ensure smooth completion of maintenance tasks.

What The Role Involves

• Preventative and reactive maintenance of buildings and equipment
• Health, safety and compliance oversight
• Documentation, inventory and asset management
• Refurbishment and fit‑out project support
• Travel and flexibility as required

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 and knowledge of refurbishment techniques
• Flexible, proactive approach with a “can‑do” attitude
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for equipment and chemicals
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work independently while being part of the wider facilities 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 more
• Perks@Work discounts platform, wellbeing centre and more
• Reward and recognition programme
• £500 employee referral award
• 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.