Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Birmingham

Globalbanking; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension Scheme

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

A leading training institution is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer in Birmingham. The role encompasses planned and reactive maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and building systems across campuses. Candidates should possess relevant electrical certifications, building maintenance experience, and strong manual skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, alongside generous benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certification relevant to electrical installations is mandatory.
• Experience in building maintenance with mechanical and electrical systems is required.
• A valid, clean driving license should be held.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and building systems.
• Conduct inspections and checks according to safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and control of inventory.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Interpersonal skills

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Electrical Installations

Job description

Department: Facilities and Estates

Location: Birmingham

Type of Contract: Permanent – 40 hrs per week

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Per annum DOE, plus discretionary annual bonus

Join the Estates & Facilities team at Global Banking School (GBS) as a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer. You’ll maintain, install, and refurbish building fabric and equipment across our UK campus portfolio, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient learning environments. This hands‑on role combines planned and preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and support for refurbishment projects, with occasional out‑of‑hours work to minimise disruption.

What you’ll do

• Planned & reactive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and building systems
• General trades: plumbing, electrical fittings, carpentry, decorating
• Inspections (HVAC, lighting, fire interfaces), PAT, fire door & Legionella checks
• Support refurbishments, installations, and campus upgrades
• Accurate records, stock control, and safe systems of work
• Travel and Flexibility

What you’ll bring

• 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

• Time off that fits your lifestyle – 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays, 1-day extra leave per year of service (up to 5 days) and Buy/Sell additional holidays (up to 5 days)
• Opportunities for growth – tuition reimbursement for career development courses
• Pension Scheme and Flexible benefits (via Salary Sacrifice) – Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Tech scheme, Health and Dental cover, Women’s Health scheme (via Hertility) and much more
• Savings and wellbeing support – Perks@ Work discounts platform, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), discounted gym membership and much more
• Reward for your impact – £500 award, employee referral scheme, discretionary annual performance bonus and annual salary review

GBS is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and to 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.

Please note: This role requires a DBS and is not eligible for sponsorship.