Multi-Skilled Engineer

Ravensbourne University London is exceptional. A world-class digital destination developing talented individuals and leading-edge businesses through learning, skills, applied research, enterprise and innovation.

We are based at Greenwich Peninsula in an iconic building next to The O2. Our aim is to become a portal for talent across London driving growth in the knowledge economy and creative industries. 

We are looking to strengthen our team with the following appointment:

Multi Skilled Engineer

Salary: £34,577.00 p.a. 30 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays + Christmas Closure days Off + benefits, based in SE London

We are seeking a skilled and experienced individual who is self-motivated and adaptable to join the Estates and Facilities team (Technical Services). The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep and maintenance of Ravensbourne’s M&E assets in optimum operating condition by performing preventive maintenance and reactive repairs on the building plant, machinery, fixture and fitting and building fabric. The job incumbent follows Ravensbourne’s policies and guidelines and Estate & Facilities Strategy.

The Role

This role reports to the Technical Services Manager / Assistant Technical Services Manager and sits within the busy Estate & Facilities (Technical Services) department of the University. We are a small, friendly, helpful team and we work on a wide range of Building facilities maintenance and minor projects. We support Ravensbourne’s main strategy to provide a provocative, dynamic learning environment to support the student experience.

The Candidate

You should have experience with mechanical and electrical services, fault finding and repairs to standard installations in large commercial buildings.

Essential skills & Qualifications

Minimum 4-5 years’ experience in Building Facilities Maintenance ideally with an electrical/mechanical bias and also good Plumbing knowledge / skills therefore multi-skilled experience is desired.

Knowledge in IET Wiring Regulations.

Key responsibilities

Carrying out scheduled PPM and reactive maintenance tasks in maintaining site assets ensuring equipment availability.

Ensure that routine maintenance is carried out to all building plant, equipment and systems to meet and exceed expectations, and agreed service level agreements.

Respond to Building Management System alarms, and effect emergency repairs as needed.

Identifying and estimating repair or project works, conforming to best practice and regulations

Issue and ensure appropriate controls within the Permit to Work systems

Ensure that suitable spares are available to carry out maintenance of the electrical & Mechanical plant.

Ensure that comprehensive maintenance records are kept in the form of task sheets – hard copy or electronically as required.

Ensure that Method Statements and Risk Assessments are prepared and adhered to for all tasks carried out to ensure safe working practices

Ensure that engineering subcontractors are appropriately supervised, and comply with contractual commitments, and site operating processes.

Closing date: Sunday 19 February 2023

To apply:       

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For further details:

(e) careers@rave.ac.uk                   (t) 020 3040 3622     + Disability Confident Symbol

We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community in our desire to reflect the diversity of the community we serve.

Further details:   Job Description   

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