Heating and Mechanical Engineer
University of Hull
Salary
£32,546.00
At the University of Hull, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in the University of Hull workplace. This includes people from global minority backgrounds; people who have a declared disability; LGBTQI+ people; and women particularly for our Grade 9 and 10 roles.
Excited to grow your career?
We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help colleagues to grow and progress in their future careers.
We recognise that our people are our biggest asset. We hope you'll be as excited as we are by what lies ahead. Let's continue our journey. With great on-site facilities and numerous awards in recognition of our achievements within the Professional Services World, we want to continue growing and nurturing our existing staff as we endeavour to take on our next challenges as a University.
The University of Hull has been changing the way people think for 90 years. The University's motto, Lampada Ferens, translates as 'carrying the light of learning' and over the years, we've shared that light with thousands of people from across the world. As England's 14th-oldest university, we have a proud heritage of academic excellence and a history of creating and inspiring life-changing research.
The University of Hull was founded in 1927 and opened for business with 39 students and 14 'one-person' departments. The University now has more than 16,000 students and around 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 academic staff.
The University of Hull is on a journey, one that is led by our commitment to delivering excellent research and a fantastic experience; the importance of the University Estate and the services we offer has therefore never been higher.
The University's Estates and Facilities team of over 200 people provide everything needed to design, equip, run, maintain, manage and operate our buildings. Working across the entire Estate which is 250,000m2 and consists of 113 buildings, we have talented space management and development teams who create and deliver state-of-the-art buildings and refurbishments, working closely with our student and staff communities to transform the way research and education is delivered. We have dedicated teams of skilled maintenance experts, specialists in sustainability, facilities and accommodation management, cleaning and security to ensure we provide an outstanding experience for our communities.
Aligned to our 2030 strategy, our emerging Campus Development strategy and ambitious Carbon Neutral Campus 2027 strategy sets out a blue print for significant and sustained investment in our physical and digital estate to support the provision of world class, sustainable facilities and services to guarantee the best possible experience and outcomes for our students, staff and visitors helping ensure the successful delivery of our ambitious vision.
The Heating and Mechanical Engineering team forms part of the Estates Operations and Compliance section, which also includes asbestos management, BMS, building services, electrical services, grounds and gardens maintenance, legionella management, multi-skilled trades assistants and the customer support services.
The Heating and Mechanical Engineering team, supported by specialist contractors is responsible for planned and reactive works on mechanical installations and equipment throughout the University's Estate incorporating a 24-hour provision, 365 days per year.
The Heating and Mechanical Engineer will:
• Proactively Support the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) in the delivery of a professional mechanical engineering and plumbing operational management service covering planned, essentialpreventive,and reactive maintenance, minor works, alteration, refurbishment, and new installation works ensuring that all work is carried out effectively and efficiently with a high focus on customer service.
• Support the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) with organising and overseeing the day-to-day delivery of all Heating and Mechanical services management.
• Carry out and oversee, the repair, maintenance or installation of all plant, equipment, systems and building structure/fabric associated with all University properties. This will consist of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), testing and calibration, fault finding, investigations, emergency response, defect correction and minor works in compliance with all relevant statutory legislation, guidance, and approved codes of practice.
• Cooperate with the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) to achieve set Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Support the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) in the implementation of a Heating and Mechanical services Essential planned preventive and reactive maintenance strategy leading to a highly effective, efficient and customer focussed service providing continuous improvements in the condition of the University's estate.
• In cooperation with the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) operate formal policies and procedures for Estate Services in respect of Heating and Mechanical services including Risk Assessment and Method Statements, COSHH and PUWER assessments and other statutory responsibilities.
• Actively participate in the operation of the Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) system, including completion and return of all tasks related information in a timely manner.
• Undertake maintenance, repairs, minor improvements, and capital works across the University as directed by management, working to, and ensuring compliance with university safety standards and procedures.
• Work appropriate to core skills particularly around building and engineering plant and equipment maintenance, however, will progressively be trained to acquire elements of other skills with the intention of reaching levels of multi trade flexibility and competence to enable them to achieve and apply their ability where required.
• Fulfil the role of a Competent Person (CP) for a range of mechanical services as required ensuring that full personal training is undertaken and ensuring that all other staff appointed to these, or similar type roles have the necessary training and competences.
• Provide training, technical advice and support to other skilled engineers, maintenance assistants and trainees/apprentices as required.
• Expected to undertake a formal role acting as a mentor for Estates Apprentices with respect to training, helping to provide personal development and progress assessments. Assist with work schedules to aid completion of training logbooks and evidence-based project work which is essential for the completion of the apprenticeship programme.
• In liaison with the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) assist with business contingency arrangements and help to provide Business Contingency Plans to meet emergency situations including the provision of an out-of-hours emergency service across the University.
The Heating and Mechanical Engineer will:
• Responsibility for the day-to-day organisation of their workload ensuring reactive and planned maintenance tasks is completed within agreed SLAs.
• Tasks will include reactive and emergency work; small project works and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
• The post holder will be responsible for carrying out all Heating and Mechanical works allocated via the CAFM system using a PDA and any other IT software systems ensuring all information, documentation and certification is correctly completed, recorded, and stored.
• Conduct all works in compliance with the University's Health and Safety policies under the guidance of the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) or without direct supervision.
• Support the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) with the appointment, job allocation and observational monitoring of external contractors.
• Conduct skilled Engineering tasks associated with the repair, maintenance and/or installation, testing or commissioning of all plant, equipment, systems and building structure/fabric associated with all University properties spanning all trades within agreed SLAs.
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation both for their immediate place of work and that of their colleagues.
• Prepare and Maintain assets in readiness for inspection of equipment for insurance certification purposes.
• Attend Estate Services and University meetings and departmental briefings as and when required.
• With support, re-adjust plans and priorities in line with service provision and in response to emergency maintenance requirements.
• Use precision tools and measuring devices to obtain readings and test results and produce readings and results for records, and audit to meet quality assurance standards.
• Expected to work across multi-functional trades' teams to ensure all works will be completed within priority timescales and undertake all training required within the service.
Please note that the salary for this post is Band 6 (UO24 to UO30) £33,002 to £38,784 per annum and the salary can be negotiated within the band subject to experience and qualifications.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Daniel Hart, Maintenance Service Manager (Mechanical) via email, D.Hart@hull.ac.uk
If you would like to be part of our future or have any queries, then please get in touch today - Talent@Hull.ac.uk
£32,546.00
At the University of Hull, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in the University of Hull workplace. This includes people from global minority backgrounds; people who have a declared disability; LGBTQI+ people; and women particularly for our Grade 9 and 10 roles.
Excited to grow your career?
We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help colleagues to grow and progress in their future careers.
We recognise that our people are our biggest asset. We hope you'll be as excited as we are by what lies ahead. Let's continue our journey. With great on-site facilities and numerous awards in recognition of our achievements within the Professional Services World, we want to continue growing and nurturing our existing staff as we endeavour to take on our next challenges as a University.
The University of Hull has been changing the way people think for 90 years. The University's motto, Lampada Ferens, translates as 'carrying the light of learning' and over the years, we've shared that light with thousands of people from across the world. As England's 14th-oldest university, we have a proud heritage of academic excellence and a history of creating and inspiring life-changing research.
The University of Hull was founded in 1927 and opened for business with 39 students and 14 'one-person' departments. The University now has more than 16,000 students and around 2,500 employees, including more than 1,000 academic staff.
The University of Hull is on a journey, one that is led by our commitment to delivering excellent research and a fantastic experience; the importance of the University Estate and the services we offer has therefore never been higher.
The University's Estates and Facilities team of over 200 people provide everything needed to design, equip, run, maintain, manage and operate our buildings. Working across the entire Estate which is 250,000m2 and consists of 113 buildings, we have talented space management and development teams who create and deliver state-of-the-art buildings and refurbishments, working closely with our student and staff communities to transform the way research and education is delivered. We have dedicated teams of skilled maintenance experts, specialists in sustainability, facilities and accommodation management, cleaning and security to ensure we provide an outstanding experience for our communities.
Aligned to our 2030 strategy, our emerging Campus Development strategy and ambitious Carbon Neutral Campus 2027 strategy sets out a blue print for significant and sustained investment in our physical and digital estate to support the provision of world class, sustainable facilities and services to guarantee the best possible experience and outcomes for our students, staff and visitors helping ensure the successful delivery of our ambitious vision.
The Heating and Mechanical Engineering team forms part of the Estates Operations and Compliance section, which also includes asbestos management, BMS, building services, electrical services, grounds and gardens maintenance, legionella management, multi-skilled trades assistants and the customer support services.
The Heating and Mechanical Engineering team, supported by specialist contractors is responsible for planned and reactive works on mechanical installations and equipment throughout the University's Estate incorporating a 24-hour provision, 365 days per year.
The Heating and Mechanical Engineer will:
• Proactively Support the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) in the delivery of a professional mechanical engineering and plumbing operational management service covering planned, essentialpreventive,and reactive maintenance, minor works, alteration, refurbishment, and new installation works ensuring that all work is carried out effectively and efficiently with a high focus on customer service.
• Support the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) with organising and overseeing the day-to-day delivery of all Heating and Mechanical services management.
• Carry out and oversee, the repair, maintenance or installation of all plant, equipment, systems and building structure/fabric associated with all University properties. This will consist of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), testing and calibration, fault finding, investigations, emergency response, defect correction and minor works in compliance with all relevant statutory legislation, guidance, and approved codes of practice.
• Cooperate with the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) to achieve set Service Level Agreements (SLA) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Support the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) in the implementation of a Heating and Mechanical services Essential planned preventive and reactive maintenance strategy leading to a highly effective, efficient and customer focussed service providing continuous improvements in the condition of the University's estate.
• In cooperation with the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) operate formal policies and procedures for Estate Services in respect of Heating and Mechanical services including Risk Assessment and Method Statements, COSHH and PUWER assessments and other statutory responsibilities.
• Actively participate in the operation of the Computer Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) system, including completion and return of all tasks related information in a timely manner.
• Undertake maintenance, repairs, minor improvements, and capital works across the University as directed by management, working to, and ensuring compliance with university safety standards and procedures.
• Work appropriate to core skills particularly around building and engineering plant and equipment maintenance, however, will progressively be trained to acquire elements of other skills with the intention of reaching levels of multi trade flexibility and competence to enable them to achieve and apply their ability where required.
• Fulfil the role of a Competent Person (CP) for a range of mechanical services as required ensuring that full personal training is undertaken and ensuring that all other staff appointed to these, or similar type roles have the necessary training and competences.
• Provide training, technical advice and support to other skilled engineers, maintenance assistants and trainees/apprentices as required.
• Expected to undertake a formal role acting as a mentor for Estates Apprentices with respect to training, helping to provide personal development and progress assessments. Assist with work schedules to aid completion of training logbooks and evidence-based project work which is essential for the completion of the apprenticeship programme.
• In liaison with the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) assist with business contingency arrangements and help to provide Business Contingency Plans to meet emergency situations including the provision of an out-of-hours emergency service across the University.
The Heating and Mechanical Engineer will:
• Responsibility for the day-to-day organisation of their workload ensuring reactive and planned maintenance tasks is completed within agreed SLAs.
• Tasks will include reactive and emergency work; small project works and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).
• The post holder will be responsible for carrying out all Heating and Mechanical works allocated via the CAFM system using a PDA and any other IT software systems ensuring all information, documentation and certification is correctly completed, recorded, and stored.
• Conduct all works in compliance with the University's Health and Safety policies under the guidance of the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) or without direct supervision.
• Support the Engineering Team Leader (Mechanical) with the appointment, job allocation and observational monitoring of external contractors.
• Conduct skilled Engineering tasks associated with the repair, maintenance and/or installation, testing or commissioning of all plant, equipment, systems and building structure/fabric associated with all University properties spanning all trades within agreed SLAs.
• Maintain a safe working environment in accordance with current Health and Safety legislation both for their immediate place of work and that of their colleagues.
• Prepare and Maintain assets in readiness for inspection of equipment for insurance certification purposes.
• Attend Estate Services and University meetings and departmental briefings as and when required.
• With support, re-adjust plans and priorities in line with service provision and in response to emergency maintenance requirements.
• Use precision tools and measuring devices to obtain readings and test results and produce readings and results for records, and audit to meet quality assurance standards.
• Expected to work across multi-functional trades' teams to ensure all works will be completed within priority timescales and undertake all training required within the service.
Please note that the salary for this post is Band 6 (UO24 to UO30) £33,002 to £38,784 per annum and the salary can be negotiated within the band subject to experience and qualifications.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Daniel Hart, Maintenance Service Manager (Mechanical) via email, D.Hart@hull.ac.uk
If you would like to be part of our future or have any queries, then please get in touch today - Talent@Hull.ac.uk
JOB SUMMARY
Heating and Mechanical Engineer
University of Hull
Cottingham
8 days ago
N/A
Full-time
Heating and Mechanical Engineer