Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician

GEDU Global Education; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Workplace pension scheme

Tuition reimbursement for career development courses

Flexible benefits including Cycle to work scheme

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

A leading education provider in the UK is seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain and refurbish facilities across their campuses. The role involves undertaking repairs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing maintenance documentation. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience in building maintenance. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a range of employee benefits, including flexible working arrangements and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Verify compliance with 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Experience in building maintenance including M&E systems.
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for equipment and chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Ensure health, safety, and compliance with regulations.
• Manage documentation and inventory for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Preventative and reactive maintenance

Building and equipment maintenance

Health, safety, and compliance

Interpersonal skills

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

City & Guilds Level 2 and/or Level 3 in electrical installations

Job description

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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 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, 7:00am to 9:30pm, 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

Qualifications and Experience

• 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 with a “can do” attitude
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for equipment and chemicals
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and 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.