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Building Services Engineer

Employer
Maxwell Stephens Ltd
Location
London (Central), London (Greater)
Salary
Up to £45,000 + Pension, Package & Opportunities
Closing date
12 Feb 2019
Reference
PR/000570

Job Details

Our client is now looking for a Building Services Engineer to join their team. The Building Services Engineer will report to Technical Services Manager and work with the wider Estates team all internal & external heads of departments to deliver and manage the Business Plan & Strategy across all building services.

Key Responsibilities

  • To monitor all hard service contract delivery, namely; Repairs and maintenance PPM and reactive, Heating and air conditioning, Hot and cold water services, drainage and plumbing, Power, Security equipment and alarm systems , Building fabric, Lifts, and Fire detection and protection, BMS and building services equipment controls) provided to all University buildings on a day to day basis and to rectify service deficiencies in liaison with contractors/FM Service provider.
  • To provide technical advice and assistance to the Technical Services Manager in connection with engineering and services installations and equipment. Advise the Technical Services Manager of the requirement to alter any maintenance procedure or specification in the light of operating experience where there may be further opportunities for combining the delivery of services and savings as appropriate.
  • To be responsible for dealing with day to day operational issues that arise for hard services.
  • Arranging access and issuing permits for contractors and liaising with colleagues and building users as necessary to ensure minimal disruption to day to day activities.
  • To monitor the performance of all contractors according to their agreed SLAs and KPIs and assist in monitoring issues, risks and contract performance.
  • To establish and maintain administration systems to support operation of the contract, including variations, additional works, performance monitoring and complaints log.
  • To monitor and control the functioning of all designated Building Engineering Services plant to ensure the effective and efficient use of plant and energy.
  • Assist with the diagnosis and analysis of faults and problems where assistance is required.
  • To keep abreast of technical developments particularly with new technology in building engineering services and building management and in all aspects of the mechanical and electrical disciplines and contribute to PF&M engineering policies.
  • To keep abreast of developments and regulations and statutory compliance in respect of building services engineering plant, operations and maintenance.
  • Assist Department colleagues with developing Life Cycle Plans,
  • Scrutinising Condition Surveys, Forecasting Plant Replacement and Maintenance Costs to deliver both the right level of Quality and Value for Money.
  • Assist with the development and maintain M&E maintenance standards to ensure consistency of design and installations across the estate.
  • Attend appropriate contract review meetings and take notes/minutes.
  • To proactively develop relationships with new and existing clients and their internal departments.
  • In liaison with contractors and maintenance staff, report any issues relating to the fabric and furnishings of the Academic Buildings.
  • To ensure that all hard services and FM service activities are coordinated (e.g. weekly meetings).
  • Coordinate weekly/monthly monitoring meetings with contractors.
  • To monitor, approve and raise purchase/work orders for additional and out of scope requests for hard services and fabric maintenance.
  • Raise issues where they are potential overspend and advise on budgets and spends.
  • To input, as appropriate, in the use and management of purchasing information and systems.
  • To assist in the organisation of health and safety issues and procedures for all University buildings and ensure FM contractors are aware and adhering to procedures and complying with the law.
  • Provide on a monthly basis contract reporting and monitoring information to the Technical Services Manager on areas outlined in Point 1.
  • To work alongside all FM colleagues and to ensure continuous improvement in contracts whilst developing SLAs in order to support on-going monitoring of long-term contracts.
  • Prepared to participate in continuous learning in order to support self-development.
  • To undertake any other duties commensurate with the position as designated by the Technical Services Manager/Head of Estates.

Person Specification

  • The post holder must have first-hand practical experience of the organisation and maintenance operation of building services plant. In addition, the post holder must have theoretical electrical of mechanical knowledge to ONC/BTEC level or equivalent with considerable knowledge and experience of the other discipline.
  • Should have a thorough knowledge of statutory regulations relating to Building Services Engineering and the built environment.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively manage time and meet deadlines whilst under pressure. Generic ICT literacy (e.g. Word, Outlook, use of databases)
  • Engineering qualifications ONC, BTEC or equivalent in a building services discipline.

This role is paying a range between £35,000 - £45,000 + Package of Benefits (dependent on experience and qualifications) and future opportunities.

If you think this role would be a good fit for you, email your CV to cv@maxwellstephens.com to be considered for this exciting role.

Company

Maxwell Stephens is here to help with the full range of recruitment services in the facilities management industry. We are a specialist service supplier, achieving world-class results through our unique combination of focus, knowledge and industry experience. Our in-depth understanding, backed by state-of-the-art technology, means you can count on us for recruitment services that are second to none - whether you're a client or a candidate. Our experience and expertise means we can deliver solutions for facilities and property professionals at all levels, from graduate trainee through to board director. We work across the whole sector. www.maxwellstephens.com

Company info
Website
Telephone
0207 118 4848
Location
Golden Cross House
8 Duncannon Street
London
Greater London
WC2N 4JF
GB

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