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Building Services Engineer

University of Surrey - Maintenance

Location: Guildford
Salary: £60,907
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 18th March 2025
Closes: 14th April 2025
Job Ref: 016525

A unique opening for a Building Services Engineer to join the University of Surrey’s Estates & Facilities Management Team.

We are seeking an experienced Building Services professional with substantial knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems, to provide expert advice and guidance regarding the maintenance strategy, root failure analysis & solutions and project leadership & support.

Role & Responsibilities

This role will cover all of the University’s mechanically derived infrastructure and ensure a professional, integrated and innovative approach to maintenance delivery. You’ll form part of an “intelligent client” function, providing professional advice as a key member of the engineering leadership team, setting policy for our core staff, organisation, contractors/consultants and supporting project managers to ensure quality technical information is conveyed to support the success of any project or work stream.

Working in conjunction with the Head of Maintenance and engineering managers, you’ll be responsible for developing and implementing the organisational maintenance strategy and standards for the management of the mechanical asset infrastructure in order to meet the University’s broader strategic plans and objectives. You will have direct & indirect line management responsibilities for the mechanical team and will advise, guide and work closely with the operational teams in the delivery of maintenance and project management organisation in support of all construction activities.
 
 Key responsibilities include:

  • Development and implementation of effective mechanical maintenance strategies.
  • Monitor, review and analyse performance through the use of the department’s estate management system - Archibus and other related systems.
  • Guide and support core staff, contractors and the wider University community to provide an effective and value for money service.  
  • Ensure delivery of the required level of maintenance in line with departmental policy, whilst ensuring delivery of service level agreements for internal customers and other stakeholders.
  • Manage the compliance of the building mechanical infrastructure statutory responsibilities relating to E&FM operations, particularly where this includes the impact of new or updated legislation.

What’s in it for you?

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Our campus is a beautiful, leafy environment with carefully designed gardens, vibrant green playing fields, and a picturesque lake. With the buzz of student life and superb working facilities, the University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research in an inspiring, innovative and diverse environment.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

  • Competitive Salary & Pension
  • 20 Days annual leave + 7 University Days + Bank Holidays
  • Additional leave with length of service
  • Travel & Family benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare
  • Access to on site leisure facilities at discounted rates
  • On-site parking, cafes, restaurants and coffee shops

For more information or to be considered for the role, please apply via the University of Surrey Website.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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