Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer - Birmingham

GBS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Tuition reimbursement for career development

Pension Scheme

Health and Dental cover

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain and refurbish their campus facilities. This role includes planned and reactive maintenance on various systems, alongside supporting refurbishments and upgrades. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience in mechanical and electrical systems. The position offers a range of benefits including flexible leave options and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certification in 18th Edition Wiring Regulations required.
• Experience in building maintenance including mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance on building systems.
• Support refurbishments, installations, and upgrades.
• Maintain accurate records and stock control.

Skills

Electrical Installations knowledge

Manual skills

Interpersonal skills

Building Maintenance

Knowledge of refurbishment techniques

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

City & Guilds Level 2 and/or Level 3

Full, Clean Driving License

Job description

Overview

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 preventative 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.