Building Services Engineer

Overview

The Building Services Engineer is responsible for supporting the Regional Engineering Manager in organising and delivering planned mechanical work (gas, HVAC, plumbing, heating, and vent aspects of life safety) overseeing technical support to capital projects and supporting reactive mechanical maintenance, in a safe and compliant manner throughout the properties in their region, working alongside internal and third-party partners. All underpinned by great customer service.

• Ensuring that Health and Safety legislation, and a safe and secure working environment, is always adhered to by them and the facilities team.
• Ensuring required training and qualifications for the role of their team are always audited and up to date.
• Always working within the required Risk Assessments and Method Statements. Accountable for reviewing all tasks for risk before starting, and ensuring that risks are eliminated before work begins.
• Completing all paperwork required for property files and ensuring all records of site operation are accurate, structured, and compliant with Unite Students policies and procedures.
• Support the Regional Engineering Manager in mechanical safety and maintenance across their region.
• Support the constant development and implementation of working procedures as part of the broader Estates, Health and Safety strategy.
• Support the technical training and development of all maintenance employees to ensure it is aligned with business goals and industry expectations within your respective region.
• Locating and rectifying a wide range of mechanical faults. Understanding the root cause and risk to asset condition and investment.
• Report to the Duty Holder to advise on responsibilities and recommendations from a mechanical safety and strategic perspective.
• To undertake all Controls works in an efficient and safe manner.
• Monitor and manage BMS reactive works required on various sites.
• Deliver building by building maintenance plans that balance financial efficiency with customer service and environmental performance within the respective region.
• To undertake additional duties in line with capabilities as required.
• Report any apparent deficiencies in systems of work or equipment provided that may result in failure of service delivery or risk to health and safety or the environment.
• To provide expert input into the Specification.
• To work with the Energy & Environment Team to find effective solutions.

• Qualified in a mechanical discipline either plumbing, heating, unvented hot water systems, gas or BMS controls City and Guilds, NVQ 2/3 or SVQ 2/3 Domestic plumber discipline or equivalent with relevant work experience.
• Have works delivery supervisory or relevant post experience.
• Be technically competent and qualified to safely operate, and make safe to work on or test, the equipment, systems, or installations for which appointment is sought.
• Experience working within Plant Rooms and Plumbing, Heating, Gas, HVAC and Vent systems.
• Demonstrable awareness and understanding of the L8 code of practice.
• Experience of electrical and fire alarm systems.
• Experience in building fabric issues such as facade, roof and windows.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Sufficient across Microsoft Office in the support for technical reports review and delivery.
• Be confident, self-motivated, and always set a good example.
• Coach colleagues in the moment, continuously providing feedback to improve their performance and stay motivated.
• Demonstrate good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams and other internal stakeholders.
• Able to contribute to a culture of high-performance and lifelong learning, taking responsibility to develop own areas of growth and supporting the team through regular 1-to-1 conversations.

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