Property Maintenance Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Flexible Benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and more

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Property Maintenance Engineer to maintain, install, and refurbish facilities across its UK campuses. Candidates should possess relevant electrical certifications and extensive experience in building maintenance. This position offers a flexible working environment, including travel to various campuses. The role also includes a comprehensive benefits package, such as generous annual leave and a workplace pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance including M&E systems.
• Familiarity with COSHH requirements for equipment and chemicals used.
• A flexible and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and refurbish fabric and equipment across the estates portfolio.
• Monitor building conditions and undertake repairs.
• Assist in planning refurbishment projects.

Skills

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

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

Manual skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of refurbishment techniques

Full, Clean Driving License

Job description

Join to apply for the Property Maintenance Engineer role at 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. 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. The role involves monitoring building conditions, undertaking repairs and renovations, and assisting Estates and Facilities in planning refurbishment projects. The position may require travel to other GBS UK campuses and demands flexible working to accommodate business operations.

What The Role Involves

• 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 equipment and chemicals used
• Interpersonal skill and ability to work independently and as part of the facilities wider team
• Full, Clean Driving License

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 employee referral scheme 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.